Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
asperma
ID:
744686

Status:
valid

Authors:
Molyneux & Forrester

Source:
ksu

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Muelleria 27: 225 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744019



Common Names

  • Hakea asperma
  • Asperma Hakea
  • Hakea


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Description

Hakea asperma (also called Hakea asperma, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Proteaceae family. It is native to Australia, and is found in dry woodlands and heathlands. It is a shrub, growing up to 4 meters tall. Its leaves are simple and alternate, and its flowers are white in color.

Uses & Benefits

Hakea asperma is used for its medicinal properties, including as an anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antiseptic. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hakea asperma has small white flowers that are clustered in small umbels. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hakea asperma is a hardy shrub that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Hakea asperma

Hakea asperma is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Hakea asperma FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Hakea asperma?

Hakea asperma is native to tropical rainforests in South America.

What are the common names of Hakea asperma?

Common names for Hakea asperma include whip vine and whipstick.

What is the growth habit of Hakea asperma?

Hakea asperma is a woody vine that grows up to 15 meters in length.

Species in the Hakea genus

Hakea chromatropa, Hakea actites, Hakea aculeata, Hakea acuminata, Hakea adnata, Hakea aenigma, Hakea ambigua, Hakea amplexicaulis, Hakea anadenia, Hakea arborescens, Hakea archaeoides, Hakea auriculata, Hakea baxteri, Hakea bicornata, Hakea brachyptera, Hakea breviflora, Hakea brownii, Hakea bucculenta, Hakea candolleana, Hakea carinata, Hakea ceratophylla, Hakea chordophylla, Hakea cinerea, Hakea circumalata, Hakea clavata, Hakea collina, Hakea commutata, Hakea conchifolia, Hakea constablei, Hakea corymbosa, Hakea costata, Hakea cristata, Hakea cucullata, Hakea cyclocarpa, Hakea cycloptera, Hakea cygna, Hakea decurrens, Hakea denticulata, Hakea divaricata, Hakea dohertyi, Hakea drupacea, Hakea ednieana, Hakea elliptica, Hakea eneabba, Hakea epiglottis, Hakea erecta, Hakea eriantha, Hakea erinacea, Hakea eyreana, Hakea falcata,

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

Bill Molyneux (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Molyneux' in the authors string.
Susan G. Forrester: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Forrester' in the authors string.