Isopogon asper - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
asper
ID:
733354
Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Br.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1830
Citation Micro:
Suppl. Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holl. : 8 (1830)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000732687
Common Names
- Isopogon asper
- Rough Isopogon
- Rough Drumsticks
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Isopogon asper (also called Drumsticks, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1.5m in height and has grey-green leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Australia and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Isopogon asper is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Isopogon asper is a small, yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened bean-like shape. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Isopogon asper is a perennial shrub that is propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soils. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Isopogon asper
Isopogon asper can be found in Australia.
Isopogon asper FAQ
What is the common name of Isopogon asper?
Common name of Isopogon asper is Rough-barked Drumsticks
What is the growth habit of Isopogon asper?
Isopogon asper is an evergreen shrub
What is the size of Isopogon asper?
Isopogon asper can reach a height of 1 - 2 metres
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,
References
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:704557-1: Based on the initial data import