Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Paracryphiales
Genus:
Species:
oreophila
ID:
734258

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schltr.) Schltr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 52: 125 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000733591

Common Names

  • Quintinia oreophila
  • Oreophila Quintinia
  • Mountain-loving Quintinia

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Synonyms

  • Dedea oreophila Schltr. [unknown]

Description

Quintinia oreophila (also called Mountain Quintinia, among many other common names) is a species of shrub in the family Proteaceae. It is native to Australia, where it is found in the states of New South Wales and Victoria. It typically grows in rocky areas and in open woodland.

Uses & Benefits

Quintinia oreophila is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Quintinia oreophila has white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Quintinia oreophila is a small evergreen tree or shrub that can reach up to 8m in height. It is native to Australia and New Zealand and is found in moist forests and along stream banks. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a moist, well-drained medium. It prefers a sunny position and is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Quintinia oreophila

Quintinia oreophila is native to Australia.

Quintinia oreophila FAQ

What is the scientific name of Quintinia oreophila?

Quintinia oreophila

What is the natural habitat of Quintinia oreophila?

Quintinia oreophila is native to New Zealand.

What is the flowering period of Quintinia oreophila?

Quintinia oreophila typically flowers in the spring and summer months.

Species in the Paracryphiaceae family

Paracryphia alticola, Quintinia acutifolia, Quintinia altigena, Quintinia apoensis, Quintinia brassii, Quintinia elliptica, Quintinia epiphytica, Quintinia fawkneri, Quintinia kuborensis, Quintinia lanceolata, Quintinia ledermannii, Quintinia macgregorii, Quintinia major, Quintinia media, Quintinia minor, Quintinia montiswilhelmii, Quintinia neoebudica, Quintinia nutantifora, Quintinia oreophila, Quintinia pachyphylla, Quintinia parviflora, Quintinia quatrefagesii, Quintinia resinosa, Quintinia rigida, Quintinia schlechterana, Quintinia serrata, Quintinia sieberi, Quintinia verdonii, Sphenostemon arfakensis, Sphenostemon balansae, Sphenostemon comptonii, Sphenostemon lobosporus, Sphenostemon papuanus, Sphenostemon oppositifolius, Sphenostemon pauciflorus, Sphenostemon thibaudii, Sphenostemon tireliae, Sphenostemon pachycladus,

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