Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Genus:
Species:
sparteus
ID:
685096

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 356 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000684429

Common Names

  • Sparteus Cherry
  • Sparteus Exocarpus
  • Sparteus Cherry

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Synonyms

  • Xylophyllos sparteus Kuntze [unknown]
  • Exocarpos glandulaceus Miq. [unknown]
  • Exocarpos pendulus F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Exocarpos sparteus gracilis Miq. [unknown]
  • Exocarpos sparteus tenerior Miq. [unknown]
  • Exocarpos spicatus A.DC. [unknown]

Description

Exocarpos sparteus (also called Native Cherry, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 4 m tall. It has small, leathery leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to Australia and is found in dry and wet sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Exocarpos sparteus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for revegetation projects. It is a hardy plant and can tolerate dry conditions and frost.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Exocarpos sparteus are small, greenish-white and occur in clusters. The seed is a small, black, triangular nut. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Exocarpos sparteus is a small shrub that grows to a height of 1-2m. It is found in a variety of habitats, from dry sclerophyll forests to wetter rainforest margins. It is easily propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained potting mix. Cuttings can also be taken from semi-ripe material in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be placed in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Exocarpos sparteus

Exocarpos sparteus is native to Australia and can be found in the south-eastern parts of the country.

Exocarpos sparteus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Exocarpos sparteus?

Exocarpos sparteus

What is the common name of Exocarpos sparteus?

Sparteus Exocarpos

What is the family of Exocarpos sparteus?

Santalaceae

Species in the Santalaceae family

Acanthosyris annonagustata, Acanthosyris asipapote, Acanthosyris falcata, Acanthosyris glabrata, Acanthosyris paulo-alvinii, Acanthosyris spinescens, Amphorogyne celastroides, Amphorogyne spicata, Amphorogyne staufferi, Anthobolus erythrocaulis, Anthobolus filifolius, Anthobolus foveolatus, Anthobolus leptomeroides, Antidaphne amazonensis, Antidaphne andina, Antidaphne antidaphneoides, Antidaphne glaziovii, Antidaphne hondurensis, Antidaphne punctulata, Antidaphne schottii, Antidaphne viscoidea, Antidaphne wrightii, Arceuthobium abietinum, Arceuthobium abietis-religiosae, Arceuthobium americanum, Arceuthobium apachecum, Arceuthobium azoricum, Arceuthobium bicarinatum, Arceuthobium blumeri, Arceuthobium californicum, Arceuthobium campylopodum, Arceuthobium chinense, Arceuthobium cyanocarpum, Arceuthobium divaricatum, Arceuthobium douglasii, Arceuthobium gillii, Arceuthobium globosum, Arceuthobium guatemalense, Arceuthobium hondurense, Arceuthobium juniperi-procerae, Arceuthobium littorum, Arceuthobium microcarpum, Arceuthobium minutissimum, Arceuthobium monticola, Arceuthobium nigrum, Arceuthobium occidentale, Arceuthobium oxycedri, Arceuthobium pendens, Arceuthobium pini, Arceuthobium pusillum,

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