Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
crithmifolius
ID:
733372

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1868

Citation Micro:
Fragm. 6: 239 (1868)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000732705



Common Names

  • Isopogon
  • Drumsticks
  • Cone Bush


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Description

Isopogon crithmifolius (also called Creeping Isopogon, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1m 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 crithmifolius 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 crithmifolius is a small, yellow-green, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed with a hard outer coating. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings with a white, waxy coating.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Isopogon crithmifolius is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that is native to Australia. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or cuttings. Division should be done in the spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in the summer and rooted in a mixture of sand and peat moss.

Where to Find Isopogon crithmifolius

Isopogon crithmifolius can be found in Australia.

Isopogon crithmifolius FAQ

What is the common name of Isopogon crithmifolius?

Common name of Isopogon crithmifolius is Creeping Drumsticks

What is the growth habit of Isopogon crithmifolius?

Isopogon crithmifolius is an evergreen shrub

What is the size of Isopogon crithmifolius?

Isopogon crithmifolius can reach a height of 1 - 2 metres

Species in the Isopogon 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,