Status:
valid
Authors:
A.R.Mast & K.R.Thiele
Source:
cmp
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 20: 66 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000506605
Common Names
- Banksia strictifolia
- Strictifolia Banksia
- Upright Banksia
Synonyms
- Dryandra stricta A.S.George [unknown]
Description
Banksia strictifolia (also called Strict-leaved 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 strictifolia 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.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Banksia strictifolia has a flower that is a yellow-orange colour and is cylindrical in shape. The seed is a small, hard, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small, green and have a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Banksia strictifolia is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m (26 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 strictifolia
Banksia strictifolia is native to Australia and can be found in the states of Western Australia and South Australia.
Banksia strictifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Banksia strictifolia?
Banksia strictifolia
What is the family of Banksia strictifolia?
Proteaceae
What is the natural habitat of Banksia strictifolia?
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,