Appearance
Leucospermum cordifolium is characterised by its clusters of flowers, which make up spectacularly bright inflorescences at the end of each stem. The inflorescences have a bulb shape to them, resembling pincushions, hence its alternative name. It is a relatively small evergreen shrub that grows to a height of between 50 centimetres and, in special cases, five metres. The leaves are arranged in a spiral and are serrated on the margin or at the apex.
Naming
Leucospermum cordifolium is called the pincushion due to its unique shape and structure, as well as the bobbejaanklou and the luisiesbos in Afrikaans.
Distribution
Leucospermum cordifolium is indigenous to South Africa, characterising large parts of the Cape Floristic Region.References:
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