Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aquilonia
ID:
560233

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.S.George) A.S.George

Source:
cmp

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 11: 22 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000559565



Common Names

  • Banksia aquilonia
  • Eagle Banksia
  • Eagle-leaved Banksia


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Synonyms

  • Banksia integrifolia aquilonia A.S.George [unknown]
  • Banksia integrifolia aquilonia (A.S.George) K.R.Thiele [unknown]

Description

Banksia aquilonia (also called Aquilonia Banksia, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Australia. It grows to a height of around 2 m and has long, narrow leaves that grow to a length of around 15 cm. The flowers are yellow, with a red centre, and grow in cylindrical spikes. It grows in sandy, coastal areas, often near the beach.

Uses & Benefits

Banksia aquilonia is used as a cut flower, and its wood is used for making furniture and tools. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Banksia aquilonia is a yellow, cone-shaped flower with a red center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, round leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Banksia aquilonia is a fast-growing shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers warm, humid climates and is best grown in a well-draining soil mix. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and needs regular watering. Pruning is necessary to keep the shrub in check and to promote new growth.

Where to Find Banksia aquilonia

Banksia aquilonia is a species of shrub native to Australia. It can be found in temperate and subtropical climates, often growing in dry forests and woodlands.

Banksia aquilonia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Banksia aquilonia?

Banksia aquilonia

What is the family of Banksia aquilonia?

Proteaceae

What is the common name of Banksia aquilonia?

Aquilonia Banksia

Species in the Banksia genus

Banksia acanthopoda, Banksia acuminata, Banksia alliacea, Banksia anatona, Banksia arborea, Banksia arctotidis, Banksia armata, Banksia aurantia, Banksia bella, Banksia bipinnatifida, Banksia biterax, Banksia borealis, Banksia brunnea, Banksia calophylla, Banksia carlinoides, Banksia catoglypta, Banksia cirsioides, Banksia columnaris, Banksia comosa, Banksia concinna, Banksia corvijuga, Banksia croajingolensis, Banksia cynaroides, Banksia cypholoba, Banksia dallanneyi, Banksia densa, Banksia drummondii, Banksia echinata, Banksia epimicta, Banksia erythrocephala, Banksia falcata, Banksia fasciculata, Banksia fililoba, Banksia foliolata, Banksia foliosissima, Banksia formosa, Banksia fraseri, Banksia fuscobractea, Banksia glaucifolia, Banksia heliantha, Banksia hewardiana, Banksia hirta, Banksia horrida, Banksia idiogenes, Banksia insulanemorecincta, Banksia ionthocarpa, Banksia kippistiana, Banksia lepidorhiza, Banksia meganotia, Banksia mimica,

Species in the Proteaceae family

Acidonia microcarpa, Adenanthos acanthophyllus, Adenanthos apiculatus, Adenanthos argyreus, Adenanthos barbigerus, Adenanthos cacomorphus, Adenanthos cuneatus, Adenanthos cunninghamii, Adenanthos cygnorum, Adenanthos detmoldii, Adenanthos dobagii, Adenanthos dobsonii, Adenanthos drummondii, Adenanthos ellipticus, Adenanthos eyrei, Adenanthos filifolius, Adenanthos flavidiflorus, Adenanthos forrestii, Adenanthos glabrescens, Adenanthos gracilipes, Adenanthos ileticos, Adenanthos intermedius, Adenanthos intricatus, Adenanthos labillardierei, Adenanthos linearis, Adenanthos macropodianus, Adenanthos meisneri, Adenanthos obovatus, Adenanthos oreophilus, Adenanthos pamelus, Adenanthos pungens, Adenanthos sericeus, Adenanthos strictus, Adenanthos teges, Adenanthos terminalis, Adenanthos velutinus, Adenanthos venosus, Agastachys odorata, Alloxylon brachycarpum, Alloxylon flammeum, Alloxylon pinnatum, Alloxylon wickhamii, Athertonia diversifolia, Aulax cancellata, Aulax pallasia, Aulax umbellata, Austromuellera trinervia, Austromuellera valida, Banksia acanthopoda, Banksia acuminata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2669017: Based on the initial data import
Alex George (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.S.George' in the authors string.