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It was previously known as '''''Tristania conferta''''' and may be seen in old plant books under that name. |
It was previously known as '''''Tristania conferta''''' and may be seen in old plant books under that name. |
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* Photo of [http://www.flickr.com/photos/ericinsf/721435858/ ''lophostemon confertus'' in bloom] |
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== References == |
== References == |
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The Brush Box, Lophostemon confertus, is a tree native to Australia, though it can be found in the United States and elsewhere. Quite frequently, it has been planted as a street tree, due to its hearty nature, its disease and pest resilience, high tolarance for smog, drought and poor drainage, as well as needing only moderate-to-light upkeep.[1] It may not be well suited for urban use, though, as it grows to 30 metres in height and quite often suffers lopping due to obstructing overhead power lines. It has a denser foliage and hence provides more shade than eucalypts. In form it is used as a replacement for the weedy Camphor Laurel (Cinnamomum camphora) though itself may have some weedy potential.
It was previously known as Tristania conferta and may be seen in old plant books under that name.
External links
- Photo of lophostemon confertus in bloom
References
- ^ Friends of the Urban Forest, Gallery of Urban Trees
http://www.fuf.net/resources/gallery/details.php?oldid=V2017h2018
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