Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
divaricata
ID:
714940

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.A.S.Johnson

Source:
ksu

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
Contr. New South Wales Natl. Herb. 3: 93 (1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000714273



Common Names

  • Hakea Divaricata
  • Divaricata Hakea
  • Spreading Hakea


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Description

Hakea divaricata (also called Divaricate Hakea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m tall. It is native to the south-west of Western Australia, and is found in heathland, shrubland and woodland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Hakea divaricata is a popular ornamental shrub in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak or as a screening plant for privacy. It is also used for its foliage and flowers in floral arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hakea divaricata is a white or pinkish-white, tubular flower with five petals. The seed of Hakea divaricata is a small, dark brown, ovoid seed. The seedlings of Hakea divaricata are small, dark green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hakea divaricata is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 5 m tall. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained seed raising mix and covered lightly with the mix. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a propagating mix. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soils.

Where to Find Hakea divaricata

Hakea divaricata is native to the south-west of Western Australia.

Hakea divaricata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hakea divaricata?

Hakea divaricata

What is the common name of Hakea divaricata?

Spreading Hakea

What is the family of Hakea divaricata?

Proteaceae

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,