Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
polycephala
ID:
507237

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) A.R.Mast & K.R.Thiele

Source:
cmp

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 20: 69 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000506569



Common Names

  • Polycephala Banksia
  • Many-headed Banksia
  • Many-headed Hairpin Banksia


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Synonyms

  • Josephia polycephala Kuntze [unknown]
  • Dryandra polycephala Benth. [unknown]
  • Dryandra squarrosa Meisn. [unknown]

Description

Banksia polycephala (also called 'Many-headed Banksia', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 meters tall. It is native to Australia, and is found in heathland, woodland and shrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Banksia polycephala is used as an ornamental plant, as a cut flower, and as a source of nectar for honey production.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Banksia polycephala is a yellowish-orange flower with a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seed is a small, black, ovoid-shaped seed with a diameter of 1-2 mm. The seedling is a long, thin, green stem with a few small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Banksia polycephala is a small shrub native to Australia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and lightly covered with soil. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood growth and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept moist and in a warm, sheltered position until established.

Where to Find Banksia polycephala

Banksia polycephala is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia, and Western Australia.

Banksia polycephala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Banksia polycephala?

Banksia polycephala

What is the family of Banksia polycephala?

Proteaceae

What is the common name of Banksia polycephala?

Many-headed 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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Kevin Thiele (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.R.Thiele' in the authors string.
Austin Mast (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.R.Mast' in the authors string.