Status:
valid
Authors:
Lindl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1845
Citation Micro:
Edwards's Bot. Reg. 31: t. 18 (1845)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000761588
Common Names
- Blandfordia cunninghamii
- Cunninghamii Blandfordia
- Cunninghamii Christmas Bells
Description
Blandfordia cunninghamii (also called Cunningham's Blandfordia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Australia. It has oval-shaped leaves and red flowers. It grows in grassy meadows, woodlands, and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Blandfordia cunninghamii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Blandfordia cunninghamii is a bright orange-red, tubular, with four petals. The seed is a small, black and shiny, and the seedlings are small, green and rounded.
Cultivation and Propagation
Blandfordia cunninghamii is a bulbous perennial that can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-10. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers a well-drained soil. Propagation is by division or by seed.
Where to Find Blandfordia cunninghamii
Blandfordia cunninghamii is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales, Victoria, and Tasmania.
Blandfordia cunninghamii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Blandfordia cunninghamii?
Blandfordia cunninghamii
What is the common name of Blandfordia cunninghamii?
Cunningham's Blandfordia
What is the natural habitat of Blandfordia cunninghamii?
Grassy slopes, rocky outcrops, and scrubland
Species in the Blandfordia genus
Species in the Blandfordiaceae family