Status:
valid
Authors:
P.H.Weston
Source:
ksu
Year:
1988
Citation Micro:
Telopea 3: 236 (1988)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000723226
Common Names
- Hicksbeachia Pilosa
- Hairy Hicksbeachia
- Soft Hicksbeachia
Description
Hicksbeachia pilosa (also called hairy hicksbeachia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub with a spreading habit. It is native to Australia and grows in dry habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Hicksbeachia pilosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hicksbeachia pilosa is white or pink in color, with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hicksbeachia pilosa is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 meters in height. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through stem cuttings or division of the root ball.
Where to Find Hicksbeachia pilosa
Hicksbeachia pilosa is native to Australia. It can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Australia.
Hicksbeachia pilosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hicksbeachia pilosa?
Hicksbeachia pilosa
What is the common name of Hicksbeachia pilosa?
Hairy Hicksbeachia
What is the flowering season of Hicksbeachia pilosa?
July to October
Species in the Hicksbeachia genus
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,