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
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.
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,