Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
echinata
ID:
442949

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 10: 189 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000442281



Common Names

  • Lambertia Echinata
  • Spiny Lambertia
  • Spiny Star Grass


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Description

Lambertia echinata (also called Mountain Devil, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to Australia and is found in heathland, woodland and dry sclerophyll forest. It has small, white flowers that appear in spring and summer.

Uses & Benefits

Lambertia echinata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating ailments such as fever, colds, and stomach problems.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lambertia echinata sub. citrina Hnatiuk

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Lambertia echinata has yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lambertia echinata is an evergreen shrub native to Australia. It is best grown in a well-drained soil in full sun. It should be watered regularly and fertilized once a month. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Lambertia echinata

Lambertia echinata can be found in Australia.

Lambertia echinata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lambertia echinata?

Lambertia echinata

What is the common name of Lambertia echinata?

Echidna bush

What is the natural habitat of Lambertia echinata?

It is found in heath, scrub, and dry sclerophyll forest in eastern Australia.

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,