Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Muell.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1868
Citation Micro:
Fragm. 6: 110 (1868)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000334240
Common Names
- Westringia cephalantha
- Cephalantha Westringia
- Westringia
Description
Westringia cephalantha (also called 'Headed Westringia', among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree that grows up to 8m tall. It is native to Australia, and it is found in rainforest, wet sclerophyll forest and dry sclerophyll forest. It has small, dark green, glossy leaves and clusters of white or pink flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Westringia cephalantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant in gardens and for erosion control.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Westringia cephalantha var. cephalantha
Westringia cephalantha var. caterva G.R.Guerin
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Westringia cephalantha is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed of Westringia cephalantha is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Westringia cephalantha are small, oval-shaped seedlings with white flowers.
Cultivation and Propagation
Westringia cephalantha can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and placed in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.
Where to Find Westringia cephalantha
Westringia cephalantha can be found in Australia.
Westringia cephalantha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Westringia cephalantha?
Westringia cephalantha
What are the characteristics of Westringia cephalantha?
Westringia cephalantha is an evergreen shrub with white flowers and dark green leaves. It is native to Australia.
What is the natural habitat of Westringia cephalantha?
Westringia cephalantha is found in moist, shady areas in the coastal regions of Australia.
Species in the Westringia genus
Westringia amabilis,
Westringia angustifolia,
Westringia blakeana,
Westringia brevifolia,
Westringia cephalantha,
Westringia cheelii,
Westringia crassifolia,
Westringia cremnophila,
Westringia dampieri,
Westringia davidii,
Westringia discipulorum,
Westringia eremicola,
Westringia fruticosa,
Westringia glabra,
Westringia grandifolia,
Westringia kydrensis,
Westringia longifolia,
Westringia lucida,
Westringia lurida,
Westringia parvifolia,
Westringia rigida,
Westringia rubiifolia,
Westringia rupicola,
Westringia saxatilis,
Westringia senifolia,
Westringia sericea,
Westringia tenuicaulis,
Westringia viminalis,
Westringia acifolia,
Westringia capitonia,
Westringia ophioglossa,
Westringia fitzgeraldensis,
Species in the Lamiaceae family
Acanthomintha duttonii,
Acanthomintha ilicifolia,
Acanthomintha lanceolata,
Acanthomintha obovata,
Acanthoprasium frutescens,
Acanthoprasium integrifolium,
Achyrospermum aethiopicum,
Achyrospermum africanum,
Achyrospermum axillare,
Achyrospermum carvalhoi,
Achyrospermum ciliatum,
Achyrospermum cryptanthum,
Achyrospermum dasytrichum,
Achyrospermum densiflorum,
Achyrospermum erythobotrys,
Achyrospermum fruticosum,
Achyrospermum laterale,
Achyrospermum micranthum,
Achyrospermum mildbraedii,
Achyrospermum oblongifolium,
Achyrospermum parviflorum,
Achyrospermum purpureum,
Achyrospermum schimperi,
Achyrospermum schlechteri,
Achyrospermum seychellarum,
Achyrospermum tisserantii,
Achyrospermum urens,
Achyrospermum wallichianum,
Achyrospermum scandens,
Acinos alpinus,
Acrotome angustifolia,
Acrotome fleckii,
Acrotome hispida,
Acrotome inflata,
Acrotome mozambiquensis,
Acrotome pallescens,
Acrotome tenuis,
Acrotome thorncroftii,
Acrymia ajugiflora,
Aegiphila aracaensis,
Aegiphila hystricina,
Aegiphila aculeifera,
Aegiphila alba,
Aegiphila anomala,
Aegiphila arcta,
Aegiphila australis,
Aegiphila bogotensis,
Aegiphila boliviana,
Aegiphila brachiata,
Aegiphila bracteolosa,