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Golden Sunshinebush

Leucadendron laureolum (Lam.) Fourc.
Golden Sunshinebush
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Leucadendron laureolum (Lam.) Fourc., known as Golden Sunshinebush, is a species in the Proteaceae family. It is native to the Cape Provinces of South Africa and is also cultivated elsewhere. The plant is notable for its bright yellow appearance during the winter flowering season.

Description

Leucadendron laureolum is a large shrub in the Proteaceae family. It is endemic to the southwestern Cape Provinces of South Africa but has been introduced and cultivated in other regions. The species is recognized for its vibrant yellow coloration during the winter flowering period. It was published in 1932 and is known by the common name Golden Sunshinebush in English and other languages.

Other common names

Golden Sunshinebush

Distribution

Global · Cape Provinces

Synonyms

Protea laureolaEuryspermum decorumLeucadendron decorum

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