Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tenuis
ID:
507279

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.R.Mast & K.R.Thiele

Source:
cmp

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 20: 66 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000506611



Common Names

  • Banksia tenuis
  • Tenuis Banksia
  • Slender Banksia


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Synonyms

  • Josephia tenuifolia Poir. [unknown]
  • Dryandra elegans Meisn. [unknown]
  • Dryandra tenuifolia R.Br. [unknown]
  • Dryandra tenuifolia elegans (Meisn.) Benth. [unknown]
  • Dryandra uncata A.Cunn. ex Benth. [unknown]

Description

Banksia tenuis (also called Hairpin Banksia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree which grows up to 3 meters tall. It is native to the south-west of Western Australia and is found in heathland, shrubland and woodland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Banksia tenuis 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 tenuis var. reptans (A.S.George) A.R.Mast & K.R.Thiele

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Banksia tenuis 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Banksia tenuis is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 6 m (20 ft) tall. It is usually found in sandy soils, and is tolerant of drought and salt. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist. Germination should occur within two to four weeks.

Where to Find Banksia tenuis

Banksia tenuis is native to Australia and can be found in the states of Western Australia and South Australia.

Banksia tenuis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Banksia tenuis?

Banksia tenuis

What is the family of Banksia tenuis?

Proteaceae

What is the natural habitat of Banksia tenuis?

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

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.