Leucospermum cordifolium (Ornamental Pincushion)
Botanical Information
| Family | Proteaceae |
| Genus | Leucospermum |
| Species | cordifolium |
| Category | Tropicals |
| Type | Shrub (evergreen) |
| Origin | Native to the Western Cape, South Africa. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 11 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | Requires cold season protection under glass. |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H1c |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | 4.4-10 |
| Temperature (°F) | 40-50 |
| Height | 1-1.5 m |
| Spread | 1-2 m |
| Flowering Period | July, August, September, October, November |
Description and Growing Information
| Landscape | Often used as an ornamental garden feature. Can be moved into containers for the winter to avoid frost. |
| Propagation | Propagated by softwood cuttings. |
| Cultivation | Grows best in well-drained, acidic soils and full sun. |
| Notable Specimens | Tresco Abbey Garden, Tresco, Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom. |
| Leaf Description | The leaves grow alternatively along the branches and are heart-shaped. They are stiff and have toothed margins. |
| Flower Description | The globe shaped flowers are red and pink and have spikey petals; hence the name pincushion. |
Photographs
Leucospermum cordifolium, form.
Leucospermum cordifolium, flower.