Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Genus:
Species:
montanus
ID:
685079

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Stauffer) Baum.-Bod.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Syst. Fl. Neu-Caledonien 5: 76 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000684412

Common Names

  • Montane Cherry
  • Mountain Cherry
  • Montanus Exocarpus

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Synonyms

  • Exocarpos phyllanthoides montanus Stauffer [unknown]

Description

Exocarpos montanus (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 montanus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for revegetation projects. It is a hardy plant and can tolerate dry conditions and frost.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Exocarpos montanus are small, greenish-white and occur in clusters. The seed is a small, black, triangular nut. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Exocarpos montanus is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought but should be watered regularly during dry spells. Pruning is not necessary but can be done to maintain the desired shape.

Where to Find Exocarpos montanus

Exocarpos montanus can be found in Australia and New Zealand.

Exocarpos montanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Exocarpos montanus?

Exocarpos montanus

What is the common name of Exocarpos montanus?

Mountain Exocarpos

What is the family of Exocarpos montanus?

Santalaceae

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2806217: Based on the initial data import
Marcel Gustav Baumann-Bodenheim (1920-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baum.-Bod.' in the authors string.
Hans Ulrich Stauffer (1929-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stauffer' in the authors string.