Overview
Dracophyllum muscoides x uniflorum is a plant with a shrub, small tree habit in the genus Dracophyllum, part of the Ericaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Dracophyllum muscoides x uniflorum grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and acid pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include specimen plant, rock garden and coastal planting.
About
Dracophyllum muscoides, commonly known as cushion inaka, is a small cushion plant in the family Ericaceae. It is endemic to New Zealand and is found only in the South Island in sub-alpine regions.
About the genus
Dracophyllum is a genus of plants belonging to the family Ericaceae, formerly Epacridaceae. There are 61 species in the genus, mostly shrubs, but also cushion plants and trees, found in New Zealand, Australia, Lord Howe Island and New Caledonia. Although dicotyledonous, they resemble primitive monocots with their slender leaves concentrated in clumps at the ends of the branches; they are sometimes called grass-trees.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Dracophyllum
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Acid
- Soil moisture
- Moist
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Dracophyllum muscoides x uniflorum size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Shrub, small tree
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Specimen plant, rock garden, coastal planting
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Dracophyllum muscoides x uniflorum
- Propagation
- Seed, cuttings
- Pest resistance
- High
- Disease resistance
- High
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Dracophyllum muscoides x uniflorum?
Dracophyllum muscoides x uniflorum prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Dracophyllum muscoides x uniflorum need?
Dracophyllum muscoides x uniflorum grows best in loam soil. It prefers acid soil. Aim for soil that stays moist.
Is Dracophyllum muscoides x uniflorum hardy in the UK?
Dracophyllum muscoides x uniflorum has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Dracophyllum muscoides x uniflorum?
Seed, cuttings.
