TROPICAL PLANT ENCYCLOPEDIA

Leucospermum sp., Pincushion, Pincushion Protea

Leucospermum sp.

Pincushion, Pincushion Protea
Family: Proteaceae
Origin: South Africa
Large shrub 5-10 ft tallFull sunModerate waterYellow, orange flowersRed, crimson, vinous flowersUnusual color

The flowers are produced in dense inflorescences, which have large numbers of prominent styles, which inspires the name.

Species and varieties:

Leucospermum cordifolium

Leucospermum lineare

Leucospermum patersonii

Leucospermum royenifolium


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