Leucadendron laureolum (Golden Conebush) is a 1–2m tall, upright, evergreen shrub in the Proteaceae family, native to South Africa. It is prized for its bright yellow winter bracts (July–Aug) and yellow, woody cones that form on female plants. These drought-tolerant, wind-resistant, and fire-adapted plants are ideal for sunny, well-drained, acidic soil.
Key Details
Appearance: A dense, rounded, dioecious shrub with oblong, hairless, leathery leaves.
Winter Color: Both male and female plants turn bright yellow in winter.
Flowers: Male plants have bright yellow, small, globe-like heads (approx. 25x14 mm). Female plants have smaller yellow flowers among green bracts, forming a larger, silvery-green/yellow cone (up to 46x37 mm).
Habitat: Commonly found in fynbos vegetation on sandy flats or rocky slopes.
Conservation Status: Least Concern (Red List of South African Plants).
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