Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
brownii
ID:
714897

Status:
valid

Authors:
Meisn.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Pl. Preiss. 1: 569 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000714230



Common Names

  • Brown's Hakea
  • Brown Hakea
  • Hakea Brownii


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Description

Hakea brownii (also called Brown's Hakea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m in height. It is native to Australia and is found in a variety of habitats, including woodlands, heaths, and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Hakea brownii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used for its timber which is used for furniture, flooring and other woodworking projects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hakea brownii is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with green leaves and white flowers.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hakea brownii is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of up to 4m. It has dark green, leathery leaves and produces white, cream or pink flowers in spring and summer. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done from seed, which should be sown in spring or summer. The seed should be soaked in warm water for 24 hours before sowing to improve germination.

Where to Find Hakea brownii

Hakea brownii is native to China and can be found in moist forests and grasslands.

Hakea brownii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hakea brownii?

Hakea brownii

What is the common name of Hakea brownii?

Brown's Hakea

What is the natural habitat of Hakea brownii?

Hakea brownii is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands

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,