Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
occidentalis
ID:
560409

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 10: 204 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000559741



Common Names

  • Western Banksia
  • Occidentalis Banksia
  • Western Hairpin Banksia


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Synonyms

  • Sirmuellera occidentalis Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Banksia occidentalis (also called Western Banksia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 meters in height. It is native to the south-west of Western Australia and grows in sandy soils in heathland and shrubland. It has yellow-orange flowers and long, narrow leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Banksia occidentalis is a species of shrub native to Australia. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for wildlife. Its flowers are also used to make honey.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Banksia occidentalis is yellow, with a long cylindrical shape. Seed is small and round, and seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Banksia occidentalis 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 occidentalis

Banksia occidentalis is native to the south-west of Western Australia. It is found in coastal heathlands and woodlands, and is also commonly cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Banksia occidentalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Banksia occidentalis?

Banksia occidentalis

What is the common name of Banksia occidentalis?

Occidentalis

What is the natural habitat of Banksia occidentalis?

Tropical rainforest 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,

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