Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
verticiliata
ID:
560518

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1811

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 10: 207 1811

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000559850



Common Names

  • Whorled Banksia
  • Whorled Banksia Bush
  • Whorled Banksia Tree


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Description

Banksia verticiliata (also called Honeysuckle Banksia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 8 m in height. It is native to Australia and is found in the south-west of Western Australia. It grows in a variety of habitats including sandplain, shrubland, and heathland.

Uses & Benefits

Banksia verticiliata is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Banksia verticiliata has yellow flowers with a red centre, and the seed is a woody follicle. The seedlings have a single pair of long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Banksia verticiliata is an evergreen shrub that grows best in well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is drought and frost tolerant and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained seed raising mix and lightly covered with soil. Cuttings should be taken from firm, healthy stems and placed in a cutting mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, sheltered position.

Where to Find Banksia verticiliata

Banksia verticiliata is native to Australia and can be found in dry, open woodlands and heathlands.

Banksia verticiliata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Banksia verticillata?

Banksia verticillata

What is the common name of Banksia verticillata?

Hairpin Banksia

What is the growth habit of Banksia verticillata?

Tree or shrub

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2669291: Based on the initial data import
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.