Status:
valid
Authors:
(Salisb.) Knight
Source:
tro
Year:
1809
Citation Micro:
Cult. Prot. : 93 (1809)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001107069
Common Names
- Isopogon Anemonifolius
- Anemonifolius Isopogon
- Anemonifolius Drumsticks
Description
Isopogon anemonifolius (also called Drumsticks, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Australia. It grows up to 1 meter tall and has a dense, rounded crown and leathery, glossy leaves. It is found in rainforest and wet sclerophyll forest, often on the margins of swamps and streams.
Uses & Benefits
Isopogon anemonifolius is used for ornamental purposes, as a hedge, and for its wood.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Isopogon anemonifolius has small yellow flowers that appear in spring and summer. The seeds are small and brown and are dispersed by wind. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Isopogon anemonifolius is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 meters in height. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained, sandy soil.
Where to Find Isopogon anemonifolius
Isopogon anemonifolius can be found in Australia, particularly in the south-western region.
Species in the Isopogon genus
Isopogon adenanthoides,
Isopogon alcicornis,
Isopogon anethifolius,
Isopogon asper,
Isopogon attenuatus,
Isopogon axillaris,
Isopogon baxteri,
Isopogon buxifolius,
Isopogon ceratophyllus,
Isopogon crithmifolius,
Isopogon cuneatus,
Isopogon dawsonii,
Isopogon divergens,
Isopogon drummondii,
Isopogon dubius,
Isopogon fletcheri,
Isopogon formosus,
Isopogon gardneri,
Isopogon inconspicuus,
Isopogon latifolius,
Isopogon linearis,
Isopogon longifolius,
Isopogon mnoraifolius,
Isopogon petiolaris,
Isopogon polycephalus,
Isopogon prostratus,
Isopogon robustus,
Isopogon scabriusculus,
Isopogon sphaerocephalus,
Isopogon teretifolius,
Isopogon tridens,
Isopogon trilobus,
Isopogon uncinatus,
Isopogon villosus,
Isopogon panduratus,
Isopogon pruinosus,
Isopogon anemonifolius,
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,