Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sericea
ID:
715133

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schrad. & J.C.Wendl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1797

Citation Micro:
Sert. Hannov. 27 1797

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000714466



Common Names

  • Silky Hakea
  • Silky-leaved Hakea
  • Silky-leaf Hakea


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Synonyms

  • Banksia acicularis (Vent.) J.Parm. [unknown]
  • Banksia tenuifolia Salisb. [unknown]
  • Conchium aciculare Sm. ex Vent. [unknown]
  • Conchium compressum Sm. [unknown]
  • Hakea acicularis Knight [unknown]
  • Hakea acicularis lissosperma (R.Br.) Benth. [unknown]
  • Hakea acicularis smithii Endl. [unknown]
  • Hakea brachyrrhyncha F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Hakea obliqua G.Lodd. [illegitimate]
  • Hakea sericea lissosperma (R.Br.) Ewart [unknown]
  • Hakea tenuiflora Dum.Cours. [unknown]
  • Hakea tenuifolia Dum.Cours. [unknown]
  • Hakea tenuifolia Britten [illegitimate]

Description

Hakea sericea (also called Silky Hakea, among many other common names) is an upright shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It has a dense, spreading crown and small, silky leaves. It is native to Australia, and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Hakea sericea is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak or hedge plant, and is a good choice for erosion control. The plant is also used as a food source for livestock, and the wood is used for fuel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hakea sericea is a white to pale pink, 5-petalled star-shaped flower, with a diameter of about 1.5 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown, ovoid-shaped seed, about 2 mm in length. The seedlings are small, thin and green, with a single cotyledon and two small, opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hakea sericea is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer, in a light, well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn, and should be kept in a cool, shaded area until they have rooted. Once rooted, they can be planted out in a sunny, well-drained spot.

Where to Find Hakea sericea

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

Hakea sericea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hakea sericea?

Hakea sericea

What is the common name of Hakea sericea?

Silky Hakea

What is the natural habitat of Hakea sericea?

Hakea sericea is native to Australia and is found in open woodlands and shrublands

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

Heinrich Schrader (1767-1836): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schrad.' in the authors string.
Johann Christoph Wendland (1755-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.C.Wendl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:704327-1: Based on the initial data import