Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
serratuloides
ID:
507259

Status:
valid

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

Source:
cmp

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 20: 70 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000506591



Common Names

  • Banksia serratuloides
  • Serratuloides Banksia
  • Serrated Banksia


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Synonyms

  • Josephia serratulodes (Meisn.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Dryandra serratuloides Meisn. [unknown]

Description

Banksia serratuloides (also called Saw-toothed Banksia, among many other common names) is a species of shrub found in the temperate regions of Australia. It has long, narrow, pointed leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. It is found in dry, open areas in the understory of the forest.

Uses & Benefits

Banksia serratuloides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. The flowers of this plant are also used for making honey. The timber of this plant is used for furniture and other woodworking projects.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Banksia serratuloides sub. perissa (A.S.George) A.R.Mast & K.R.Thiele

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Banksia serratuloides has yellow flowers with long styles and reddish-brown seed pods. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves with serrated edges.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Banksia serratuloides is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 m (20 ft) tall. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained seed-raising mix and lightly covered with the same mix. Cuttings should be taken from young, healthy growth and treated with a rooting hormone before being placed in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Banksia serratuloides

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

Banksia serratuloides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Banksia serratuloides?

Banksia serratuloides

What is the family of Banksia serratuloides?

Proteaceae

What is the natural habitat of Banksia serratuloides?

Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands

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

Carl Meissner (1800-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meisn.' 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.