Status:
valid
Authors:
Wild
Source:
ksu
Year:
1956
Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Brot. , sér. 2, 30: 51 (1956)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000483078
Common Names
- Protea enervis
- Enervis Protea
- Nerve-less Protea
Description
Protea enervis (also called the weak sugarbush, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 3 m tall. It is native to the Western Cape of South Africa and is found in fynbos and renosterveld habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Protea enervis is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in landscaping and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Protea enervis is a white, star-shaped flower with a yellow centre. The seed is a small, black, three-angled nut. The seedlings of this plant are small and have a tuft of leaves at the top.
Cultivation and Propagation
Protea enervis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in autumn or spring in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in autumn or spring and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. The plants should be kept moist and in a sunny position.
Where to Find Protea enervis
Protea enervis is native to South Africa.
Protea enervis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Protea enervis?
Protea enervis
What is the common name of Protea enervis?
Weak Protea
What type of plant is Protea enervis?
It is a type of shrub
Species in the Protea genus
Protea angolensis,
Protea baumii,
Protea argyrea,
Protea asymmetrica,
Protea dekindtiana,
Protea enervis,
Protea flavopilosa,
Protea rupestris,
Protea scolopendriifolium,
Protea welwitschii,
Protea wentzeliana,
Protea matonchiana,
Protea micans,
Protea madiensis,
Protea mafingensis,
Protea namaquana,
Protea paludosa,
Protea ongotium,
Protea poggei,
Protea minima,
Protea gaguedi,
Protea petiolaris,
Protea acaulos,
Protea acuminata,
Protea amplexicaulis,
Protea angustata,
Protea aristata,
Protea asper,
Protea aurea,
Protea burchellii,
Protea caespitosa,
Protea caffra,
Protea canaliculata,
Protea compacta,
Protea comptonii,
Protea convexa,
Protea cordata,
Protea coronata,
Protea cryophila,
Protea curvata,
Protea cynaroides,
Protea decurrens,
Protea denticulata,
Protea dracomontana,
Protea effusa,
Protea eximia,
Protea foliosa,
Protea glabra,
Protea grandiceps,
Protea holosericea,
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,