Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
spicigera
ID:
638028

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1868

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 4: 109 (1868)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000637360



Common Names

  • Bluebell Dampiera
  • Common Dampiera
  • Spike-Bearing Dampiera


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Synonyms

  • Dampiera spicigera lanata Benth. [unknown]

Description

Dampiera spicigera (also called Spiked Dampiera, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Australia and is found in open woodland and grassland. It has blue or purple flowers and linear leaves with a spiky shape.

Uses & Benefits

Dampiera spicigera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used to stabilize soil and prevent erosion. It is drought tolerant and can be used in areas with low rainfall.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dampiera spicigera has small, star-shaped, blue-purple flowers with yellow centres and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with narrow, lance-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dampiera spicigera is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that is native to Australia. It is easy to grow and requires minimal care. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. When grown from seed, it should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and placed in a moist, well-drained soil mix. They should be kept in a warm, bright location until they have rooted.

Where to Find Dampiera spicigera

Dampiera spicigera can be found in Australia, particularly in the south-west of the country.

Dampiera spicigera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dampiera spicigera?

Dampiera spicigera

What is the natural habitat of Dampiera spicigera?

Dampiera spicigera is native to Australia and is commonly found in open woodlands, heathlands, and coastal areas.

What is the flowering period of Dampiera spicigera?

Dampiera spicigera typically flowers from late spring to early summer.

Species in the Dampiera genus

Dampiera adpressa, Dampiera alata, Dampiera altissima, Dampiera angulata, Dampiera anonyma, Dampiera atriplicina, Dampiera candicans, Dampiera carinata, Dampiera cervula, Dampiera cinerea, Dampiera conospermoides, Dampiera coronata, Dampiera decurrens, Dampiera deltoidea, Dampiera dentata, Dampiera discolor, Dampiera diversifolia, Dampiera dysantha, Dampiera eriantha, Dampiera eriocephala, Dampiera fasciculata, Dampiera ferruginea, Dampiera fitzgeraldensis, Dampiera fusca, Dampiera galbraithiana, Dampiera glabrescens, Dampiera haematotricha, Dampiera hederacea, Dampiera heteroptera, Dampiera incana, Dampiera juncea, Dampiera krauseana, Dampiera lanceolata, Dampiera latealata, Dampiera lavandulacea, Dampiera leptoclada, Dampiera lindleyi, Dampiera linearis, Dampiera loranthifolia, Dampiera luteifolia, Dampiera marifolia, Dampiera metallorum, Dampiera obliqua, Dampiera oligophylla, Dampiera orchardii, Dampiera parvifolia, Dampiera pedunculata, Dampiera plumosa, Dampiera purpurea, Dampiera ramosa,

Species in the Goodeniaceae family

Anthotium humile, Anthotium junciforme, Anthotium odontophyllum, Anthotium rubriflorum, Brunonia australis, Coopernookia barbata, Coopernookia chisholmii, Coopernookia georgei, Coopernookia polygalacea, Coopernookia scabridiuscula, Coopernookia strophiolata, Crossotoma spinescens, Crossotoma oleoides, Dampiera adpressa, Dampiera alata, Dampiera altissima, Dampiera angulata, Dampiera anonyma, Dampiera atriplicina, Dampiera candicans, Dampiera carinata, Dampiera cervula, Dampiera cinerea, Dampiera conospermoides, Dampiera coronata, Dampiera decurrens, Dampiera deltoidea, Dampiera dentata, Dampiera discolor, Dampiera diversifolia, Dampiera dysantha, Dampiera eriantha, Dampiera eriocephala, Dampiera fasciculata, Dampiera ferruginea, Dampiera fitzgeraldensis, Dampiera fusca, Dampiera galbraithiana, Dampiera glabrescens, Dampiera haematotricha, Dampiera hederacea, Dampiera heteroptera, Dampiera incana, Dampiera juncea, Dampiera krauseana, Dampiera lanceolata, Dampiera latealata, Dampiera lavandulacea, Dampiera leptoclada, Dampiera lindleyi,

References