Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
cephalantha
ID:
334908

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

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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.

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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 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,

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