Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
coronata
ID:
273104

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griseb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Cat. Pl. Cub. : 139 (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000272436

Common Names

  • Phyllomelia coronata
  • Crowned Phyllomelia
  • Crowned Leaf Flower

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Description

Phyllomelia coronata (also called 'Bluebell Creeper', among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia, growing up to 2 m in height. It has small, orange bell-shaped flowers and is found in open woodlands, heaths and coastal scrub.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllomelia coronata is a popular ornamental plant used to add color and texture to gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phyllomelia coronata has white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllomelia coronata can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The clumps should be divided into smaller pieces and replanted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Phyllomelia coronata

Phyllomelia coronata is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, including Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia.

Phyllomelia coronata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllomelia coronata?

Phyllomelia coronata

What is the family of Phyllomelia coronata?

Euphorbiaceae

What is the native range of Phyllomelia coronata?

West Africa

Species in the Phyllomelia genus

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-155227: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.