Kunzea dracopetrensis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Butcher
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2020
Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 31: 117. 2020
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000023354
Common Names
- Kunzea dracopetrensis
- Dracopetra Kunzea
- Dracopetra Star-grass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Kunzea dracopetrensis (also called Dragon Petal, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Australia. It grows up to 1.5 m tall and has small white flowers. It is found in dry sclerophyll forests and heathlands.
Uses & Benefits
Kunzea dracopetrensis is a species of flowering plant in the Myrtaceae family. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a timber tree. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, headache, and stomach pain.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Kunzea dracopetrensis has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Kunzea dracopetrensis is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 1-2 m tall. It prefers full sun or partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sheltered position. Cuttings should be taken in early summer and rooted in a mixture of peat and sand.
Where to Find Kunzea dracopetrensis
Kunzea dracopetrensis can be found in Australia, particularly in the states of New South Wales and Victoria.
Kunzea dracopetrensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Kunzea dracopetrensis?
Kunzea dracopetrensis
What is the common name of Kunzea dracopetrensis?
Dracopetrensis Kunzea
Where is Kunzea dracopetrensis found?
Central and South America
Species in the Kunzea genus
Kunzea acuminata, Kunzea affinis, Kunzea ambigua, Kunzea baxteri, Kunzea bracteolata, Kunzea calida, Kunzea cambagei, Kunzea capitata, Kunzea ciliata, Kunzea cincinnata, Kunzea clavata, Kunzea ericifolia, Kunzea ericoides, Kunzea eriocalyx, Kunzea flavescens, Kunzea glabrescens, Kunzea graniticola, Kunzea jucunda, Kunzea micrantha, Kunzea micromera, Kunzea montana, Kunzea muelleri, Kunzea newbeyi, Kunzea obovata, Kunzea opposita, Kunzea parvifolia, Kunzea pauciflora, Kunzea peduncularis, Kunzea phylicioides, Kunzea pomifera, Kunzea praestans, Kunzea preissiana, Kunzea pulchella, Kunzea recurva, Kunzea rosea, Kunzea rostrata, Kunzea rupestris, Kunzea similis, Kunzea sinclairii, Kunzea spathulata, Kunzea squarrosa, Kunzea sulphurea, Kunzea acicularis, Kunzea strigosa, Kunzea salina, Kunzea serotina, Kunzea salterae, Kunzea toelkenii, Kunzea amathicola, Kunzea triregensis,
Species in the Myrtaceae family
Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,