Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
cunninghamii
ID:
762255

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

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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.

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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

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-300589: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.