Leucadendron argenteum, silver leaf tree, Afrikaans Witteboom, or Afrikaans Silwerboom) is an endangered plant species in the family Proteaceae, which is endemic to a small area of the Cape Peninsula, South Africa. Leucadendron argenteum (Silver Tree) - A strikingly beautiful evergreen (ever silver) upright growing gray barked small tree with 4 1/2 to 6 inches long by 2 inches wide soft, silky, shimmering, silvery-green-gray, lance-shaped leaves.
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Silver tree ( Leucadendron argenteum) is one of eighty species of this dioecious genus. It belongs to a family (Proteaceae) of great antiquity, fossils dating back to the time when the great southern continent Gondwanaland started splitting apart. Nowadays, the family is represented on all its daughter continents except Antarctica. Leucaderon Care: How to Grow & Care for the Silver Tree By Erica Puisis | Updated on March 29, 2021 Leucadendron varieties are arguably the brightest flowering shrubs you'll ever find. If you're living in a warm region, growing this shrub would be such a stellar idea since it's drought tolerant and low maintenance. Silver leaf tree is indigenous to regions with a temperature scope of 68 to 100 °F (20 to 38 ℃). It thrives in these temperatures and will need adjustments if grown in other conditions. Monitor the seasons and control indoor temperatures accordingly to maintain its growth. Temp for Healthy Growth Transplant 10-15 feet Leucadendron Argenteum, the shimmering Silver Tree, is one of South Africa's iconic trees. It was first mentioned in a manuscript of the early 17th century when dense stands of it covered large areas of the Cape Peninsula.
Leucadendron argenteum (Silver tree, Silver leaf tree, Witteboom, or Silwerboom)in Kirstenbosch
Leucadendron argenteum|silver tree/RHS Gardening Trees Leucadendron argenteum silver tree Upright, pyramidal to columnar tree with robust stems densely covered with narrow, pointed, shiny, silver-hairy leaves up to 15cm long. In spring and summer produces terminal, spherical flower heads, yellow-green on male plants, greenish silver on females. Leucadendron argenteum is an erect, well-proportioned, ornamental tree, 7 - 10 m tall, with a stout trunk and thick, grey bark. The upright branches are covered with large lance-shaped leaves, up to 150 x 20 mm, which overlap each other up the stem, concealing the thick branches. Leucadendron argenteum is a broadleaf evergreen tree or shrub with blue and green foliage. It can grow 6 FT - 20 FT - wide, 20 FT - 30 FT - tall. It contributes glossy texture to the garden. To grow well, it prefers sun and regular water. Grows best in well-drained, rich, acidic and gritty soil. In need of something heat tolerant? This may be a good option. #distinctive bark, #small tree, #. Silver Tree Upright, stiffly conical shape Silky, silvery white foliage is striking Needs some humidity to thrive Characteristics t Container d Cut Flower/Foliage j Full Sun % Great Foliage y Moist, Well-Drained = Salt Tolerant More Information genus Leucadendron species argenteum cultivar common Silver Tree hardiness zone height 15 - 25 Feet
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Description. Leucadendron Argenteum, commonly known as Silver Tree or Silver Leaf Tree, is a stunning, evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It belongs to the Proteaceae family and is popular for its striking silvery-white foliage and bright yellow flowers. Details Biological Name: Leucadendron argenteum Common Name: Silver Tree Family: Proteaceae Origin: South African Exposure: Full Sun Irrigation: Drought tolerant once established Frost: Light Frost Tolerant 28F (-2C) Soil: Well-drained to poorly drained soils Flower Color: Silver Cone Flower Time: Height: 25' Width: Variable See also. Tree
Info Species argenteum (ar-JEN-tee-um) Info Synonym Protea argentea Sun Exposure Full Sun Foliage Grown for foliage Evergreen Succulent Height 15-20 ft. (4.7-6 m) 20-30 ft. (6-9 m) 30-40 ft. (9-12 m) over 40 ft. (12 m) Spacing 10-12 ft. (3-3.6 m) Hardiness USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F) USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F) L. argenteum is a tender, conical to columnar, evergreen tree with lance-shaped, sharp-pointed, hairy, silvery grey-green leaves and, on separate plants from spring into summer, spherical yellow-green male flowers and silvery female flowers, all surrounded by prominent bracts. Flowers are followed by silvery cones that remain on the tree for several years.
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Leucadendron argenteum. Previous Name: Protea argentea. SA Tree No. 77. Common names: (Afr) Brandhout, Silwerboom, Witteboom. (Eng) Cape Silver Tree, Silver Tree, Silver leaf tree. Family: Proteaceae (Protea family). Members of this family occur mainly in the southern hemisphere. Universal characteristics are few. Silver Tree - Leucadendron Varieties - Proteaflora Leucadendron Silver Tree is a fast growing small tree with year round spectacular silver foliage. Ideal for cut flowers and superb in the home garden.
