Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ilicifolia
ID:
560333

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 10: 211 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000559665



Common Names

  • Holly-Leaved Banksia
  • Ilicifolia Banksia
  • Holly-Leaved Hairpin Banksia


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Synonyms

  • Sirmuellera ilicifolia Kuntze [unknown]
  • Banksia aquifolia Lindl. [unknown]
  • Banksia ilicifolia integrifolia Benth. [unknown]

Description

Banksia ilicifolia (also called Holly-leaved 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 5 m in height. It is found in dry, open woodlands and is a common component of the understory.

Uses & Benefits

Banksia ilicifolia is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Banksia ilicifolia 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 ilicifolia is a shrub that is native to Australia. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate a wide range of conditions. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils, but can tolerate some shade. Propagation is best done from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained potting mix. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, Banksia ilicifolia can be propagated from cuttings.

Where to Find Banksia ilicifolia

Banksia ilicifolia is found in south-west Western Australia.

Banksia ilicifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Banksia ilicifolia?

Banksia ilicifolia

What is the common name of Banksia ilicifolia?

Holly-leaved Banksia

What is the natural habitat of Banksia ilicifolia?

Coastal areas of south-western Australia

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