Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
ferricola
ID:
838416

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.J.Conn & K.A.Sheph.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 17: 148 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000837751



Common Names

  • Prostanthera ferricola
  • Ferricola Prostanthera
  • Ferricola's Prostanthera


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Description

Prostanthera ferricola (also called Iron Prostanthera, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb that grows up to 20 cm tall. It is found in Australia, and it prefers dry, rocky soils.

Uses & Benefits

Prostanthera ferricola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Prostanthera ferricola has small white flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Prostanthera ferricola is a small, evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves. It is native to Australia and grows best in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a warm, humid environment and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, the plant requires little maintenance and is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Prostanthera ferricola

Prostanthera ferricola is native to the tropical rainforests of Australia.

Prostanthera ferricola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Prostanthera ferricola?

Prostanthera ferricola

What is the common name of Prostanthera ferricola?

Ferricola

What is the natural habitat of Prostanthera ferricola?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Prostanthera genus

Prostanthera albiflora, Prostanthera albohirta, Prostanthera althoferi, Prostanthera ammophila, Prostanthera arenicola, Prostanthera aspalathoides, Prostanthera baxteri, Prostanthera behriana, Prostanthera caerulea, Prostanthera calycina, Prostanthera campbellii, Prostanthera canaliculata, Prostanthera carrickiana, Prostanthera centralis, Prostanthera chlorantha, Prostanthera cineolifera, Prostanthera clotteniana, Prostanthera collina, Prostanthera cruciflora, Prostanthera cryptandroides, Prostanthera cuneata, Prostanthera decussata, Prostanthera densa, Prostanthera denticulata, Prostanthera discolor, Prostanthera eckersleyana, Prostanthera eriocalyx, Prostanthera eurybioides, Prostanthera florifera, Prostanthera galbraithiae, Prostanthera granitica, Prostanthera grylloana, Prostanthera hirtula, Prostanthera howelliae, Prostanthera incana, Prostanthera incisa, Prostanthera incurvata, Prostanthera lanceolata, Prostanthera laricoides, Prostanthera lasianthos, Prostanthera linearis, Prostanthera lithospermoides, Prostanthera magnifica, Prostanthera marifolia, Prostanthera megacalyx, Prostanthera melissifolia, Prostanthera microphylla, Prostanthera monticola, Prostanthera nanophylla, Prostanthera nivea,

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-375048: Based on the initial data import
Barry Conn (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.J.Conn' in the authors string.
Kelly Anne Shepherd: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.A.Sheph.' in the authors string.