Xylomelum pyriforme
(Gaertn.) R. Br.
Woody Pear, Eastern Woody Pear
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Summary
Source: WikipediaXylomelum pyriforme, commonly known as the woody pear, is a species of plant in the family Proteaceae native to eastern Australia. It grows as a large shrub or small tree to five metres high.
Description
A large shrub or small tree. It grows 2-5 m high and spreads 1.5-2.5 m wide. The crown is open. The branches hang down. The flowers occur in cream spikes. The fruit are large woody capsules. Possibly now Xylomelum cunninghamianum
Edible Uses
The seeds are edible.
Distribution
It grows in temperate regions. It can grow in the subtropics. It needs well drained soil. It can grow in full sun or light shade. It can stand light frosts.
Where It Grows
Australia*,
Synonyms
References (8)
- Blomberry, A.M., 1979, Australian Native Plants. Angus and Robertson p 168
- Bodkin, F., 1991, Encyclopedia Botanica. Cornstalk publishing, p 1030
- Cribb, A.B. & J.W., 1976, Wild Food in Australia, Fontana. p 93
- Cronin, L., 1989, The Concise Australian Flora. Reed. p 132
- Eddie, C., 2007, Field Guide to Trees and Shrubs of Eastern Queensland Oil and Gas Fields. Santos p 216
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- Flora of Australia Volume 16, Elaeagnaceae, Proteaceae 1. Melbourne: CSIRO Australia (1995) p 402
- Lord, E.E., & Willis, J.H., 1999, Shrubs and Trees for Australian gardens. Lothian. p 22
- Molyneux, B. and Forrester, S., 1997, The Austraflora A-Z of Australian Plants. Reed. p 156
