Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
media
ID:
478327

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Suppl. Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holl. : 16 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000477659

Common Names

  • Medium Geebung
  • Persoonia Media
  • Medium Persoonia

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Synonyms

  • Linkia media Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Persoonia media (also called 'Common Geebung', among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 2 meters in height. It is native to Australia and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and heathlands. It has long, narrow leaves and yellow-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Persoonia media is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a dense, spreading habit and can be used to provide shelter and shade. The plant is also used in landscaping and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Persoonia media is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, round, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Persoonia media is a small, evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize every two to three weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Persoonia media

Persoonia media is native to Australia and is found in dry, wooded areas.

Persoonia media FAQ

What is the scientific name of Persoonia media?

Persoonia media

What is the common name of Persoonia media?

Medium-leaved Geebung

What is the natural habitat of Persoonia media?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Australia

Species in the Persoonia genus

Persoonia laurina, Persoonia laxa, Persoonia tenuifolia, Persoonia terminalis, Persoonia volcanica, Persoonia tropica, Persoonia virgata, Persoonia cordifolia, Persoonia coriacea, Persoonia microphylla, Persoonia inconspicua, Persoonia iogyna, Persoonia conjuncta, Persoonia juniperina, Persoonia marginata, Persoonia kararae, Persoonia katerae, Persoonia isophylla, Persoonia cornifolia, Persoonia curvifolia, Persoonia cuspidifera, Persoonia cymbifolia, Persoonia daphnoides, Persoonia micranthera, Persoonia dillwynioides, Persoonia media, Persoonia falcata, Persoonia stricta, Persoonia subtilis, Persoonia subvelutina, Persoonia sulcata, Persoonia rigida, Persoonia procumbens, Persoonia prostrata, Persoonia pungens, Persoonia quinquenervis, Persoonia rudis, Persoonia rufa, Persoonia rufiflora, Persoonia saccata, Persoonia salicina, Persoonia recedens, Persoonia pentasticha, Persoonia oleoides, Persoonia oxycoccoides, Persoonia papillosa, Persoonia pertinax, Persoonia pinifolia, Persoonia pauciflora, Persoonia acerosa,

Species in the Proteaceae family

Acidonia microcarpa, Adenanthos acanthophyllus, Adenanthos apiculatus, Adenanthos argyreus, Adenanthos barbigerus, Adenanthos cacomorphus, Adenanthos cuneatus, Adenanthos cunninghamii, Adenanthos cygnorum, Adenanthos detmoldii, Adenanthos dobagii, Adenanthos dobsonii, Adenanthos drummondii, Adenanthos ellipticus, Adenanthos eyrei, Adenanthos filifolius, Adenanthos flavidiflorus, Adenanthos forrestii, Adenanthos glabrescens, Adenanthos gracilipes, Adenanthos ileticos, Adenanthos intermedius, Adenanthos intricatus, Adenanthos labillardierei, Adenanthos linearis, Adenanthos macropodianus, Adenanthos meisneri, Adenanthos obovatus, Adenanthos oreophilus, Adenanthos pamelus, Adenanthos pungens, Adenanthos sericeus, Adenanthos strictus, Adenanthos teges, Adenanthos terminalis, Adenanthos velutinus, Adenanthos venosus, Agastachys odorata, Alloxylon brachycarpum, Alloxylon flammeum, Alloxylon pinnatum, Alloxylon wickhamii, Athertonia diversifolia, Aulax cancellata, Aulax pallasia, Aulax umbellata, Austromuellera trinervia, Austromuellera valida, Banksia acanthopoda, Banksia acuminata,