Status:
valid
Authors:
Labill.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1800
Citation Micro:
Voy. Rech. Pérouse 1: 155 (1800)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000684390
Common Names
- Exocarpos Cupressiformis
- Cypress-like Exocarpos
- Cypress-like Blueweed
Synonyms
- Xylophyllos cupressiformis Kuntze [unknown]
- Exocarpos communis Miq. [unknown]
- Exocarpos dasystachyus Schltdl. [unknown]
Description
Exocarpos cupressiformis (also called Native Cherry, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 4 m tall. It has small, leathery leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to Australia and is found in dry and wet sclerophyll forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Exocarpos cupressiformis is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, colds, and headaches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Exocarpos cupressiformis has small, white, fragrant flowers with five petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid drupe. The seedlings have a single pair of opposite leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Exocarpos cupressiformis is an evergreen shrub with small, glossy green leaves and white, star-shaped flowers. It can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, well-draining medium. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly during the growing season.
Where to Find Exocarpos cupressiformis
Exocarpos cupressiformis can be found in Australia and New Zealand.
Exocarpos cupressiformis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Exocarpos cupressiformis?
Exocarpos cupressiformis
What is the common name of Exocarpos cupressiformis?
Cypress-like exocarpos
What is the natural habitat of Exocarpos cupressiformis?
Exocarpos cupressiformis is native to Australia.
Species in the Exocarpos genus
Exocarpos aphyllus,
Exocarpos bidwillii,
Exocarpos clavatus,
Exocarpos cupressiformis,
Exocarpos gaudichaudii,
Exocarpos homalocladus,
Exocarpos humifusus,
Exocarpos latifolius,
Exocarpos lauterbachianus,
Exocarpos longifolius,
Exocarpos luteolus,
Exocarpos menziesii,
Exocarpos micranthus,
Exocarpos montanus,
Exocarpos nanus,
Exocarpos neocaledonicus,
Exocarpos odoratus,
Exocarpos phyllanthoides,
Exocarpos pseudocasuarina,
Exocarpos psilotiformis,
Exocarpos pullei,
Exocarpos sparteus,
Exocarpos spathulatus,
Exocarpos strictus,
Exocarpos syrticolus,
Exocarpos vitiensis,
Exocarpos luteolus,
Species in the Santalaceae family
Acanthosyris annonagustata,
Acanthosyris asipapote,
Acanthosyris falcata,
Acanthosyris glabrata,
Acanthosyris paulo-alvinii,
Acanthosyris spinescens,
Amphorogyne celastroides,
Amphorogyne spicata,
Amphorogyne staufferi,
Anthobolus erythrocaulis,
Anthobolus filifolius,
Anthobolus foveolatus,
Anthobolus leptomeroides,
Antidaphne amazonensis,
Antidaphne andina,
Antidaphne antidaphneoides,
Antidaphne glaziovii,
Antidaphne hondurensis,
Antidaphne punctulata,
Antidaphne schottii,
Antidaphne viscoidea,
Antidaphne wrightii,
Arceuthobium abietinum,
Arceuthobium abietis-religiosae,
Arceuthobium americanum,
Arceuthobium apachecum,
Arceuthobium azoricum,
Arceuthobium bicarinatum,
Arceuthobium blumeri,
Arceuthobium californicum,
Arceuthobium campylopodum,
Arceuthobium chinense,
Arceuthobium cyanocarpum,
Arceuthobium divaricatum,
Arceuthobium douglasii,
Arceuthobium gillii,
Arceuthobium globosum,
Arceuthobium guatemalense,
Arceuthobium hondurense,
Arceuthobium juniperi-procerae,
Arceuthobium littorum,
Arceuthobium microcarpum,
Arceuthobium minutissimum,
Arceuthobium monticola,
Arceuthobium nigrum,
Arceuthobium occidentale,
Arceuthobium oxycedri,
Arceuthobium pendens,
Arceuthobium pini,
Arceuthobium pusillum,