Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
epica
ID:
560296

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.S.George

Source:
cmp

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 6: 310 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000559628



Common Names

  • Banksia epica
  • Epic Banksia
  • Epic Banksia


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Description

Banksia epica (also called Epical Banksia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It is a member of the Proteaceae family and can grow up to 4 m in height. It is found in dry, open woodlands and is a common component of the understory.

Uses & Benefits

Banksia epica 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

Banksia epica has yellow flowers with red styles and a curved perianth. The seed is a small, hard, woody, oval-shaped follicle. The seedlings have a long, narrow cotyledon and a short hypocotyl.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Banksia epica is a shrub that is native to Australia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and kept in a warm, humid environment until they root. Once rooted, they can be transplanted into a potting mix.

Where to Find Banksia epica

Banksia epica is found in south-west Western Australia.

Banksia epica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Banksia epica?

Banksia epica

What is the common name of Banksia epica?

Epica Banksia

What is the natural habitat of Banksia epica?

Tropical rainforests of South America

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-2669074: Based on the initial data import
Alex George (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.S.George' in the authors string.