Leucadendron argenteum (Silver Tree)


Botanical Information

FamilyProteaceae
GenusLeucadendron
Speciesargenteum
CategoryTropicals, Woody
TypeTree (evergreen)
OriginNative to the Western Cape, South Africa.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone9b-11
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness ZoneRequires cold season protection under glass.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH1c-H3
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-6.7-10
Temperature (°F)20-50
Height7-10 m
Spread4-6 m
GrowthMedium

Description and Growing Information

LandscapeOften used as an ornamental garden feature.
PropagationPropagated by seeds or cuttings.
CultivationGrows best in sandy, loamy soils and full sun.
Notable SpecimensTresco Abbey Garden, Tresco, Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom.
HabitatFound on cool, east and south coasts.
Bark/Stem DescriptionThe tree bark is thick and grey.
Leaf DescriptionThe leaves are broad at the base and narrower at the tips. They are green with a shiny, silvery coating with short, silky hairs. They grow 10-15 cm long.
Flower DescriptionThe dense flowers are round and inflorescence, growing 4-5 cm across.
Fruit DescriptionThe fruit is a round and cone-like and contains many seeds.

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