Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
filiformis
ID:
483975

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.H.Weston

Source:
ksu

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Telopea 6: 141 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000483307



Common Names

  • Persoonia Filiformis
  • Thread-Leaf Geebung
  • Thread-Leaf Silky Pear


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Description

Persoonia filiformis (also called Slender Geebung, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized shrub that is native to Australia. It has an upright habit and grows up to 2m in height. Its leaves are narrow and lanceolate, and its flowers are yellow and bell-shaped. It is found in a variety of habitats, including heathland, woodland, and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Persoonia filiformis is a perennial plant that can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used for medicinal purposes such as treating digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Persoonia filiformis has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1.5 cm. The seeds are small, brown and oval in shape. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Persoonia filiformis can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a moist, sandy soil mix. Both seed and cuttings should be kept in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Persoonia filiformis

Persoonia filiformis is found in Australia.

Persoonia filiformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Persoonia filiformis?

Persoonia filiformis

What is the common name of Persoonia filiformis?

Thread-leaved Geebung

What is the natural habitat of Persoonia filiformis?

Dry sclerophyll forests and heathlands

Species in the Persoonia genus

Persoonia laurina, Persoonia laxa, Persoonia tenuifolia, Persoonia terminalis, Persoonia volcanica, Persoonia tropica, Persoonia virgata, Persoonia cordifolia, Persoonia coriacea, Persoonia microphylla, Persoonia inconspicua, Persoonia iogyna, Persoonia conjuncta, Persoonia juniperina, Persoonia marginata, Persoonia kararae, Persoonia katerae, Persoonia isophylla, Persoonia cornifolia, Persoonia curvifolia, Persoonia cuspidifera, Persoonia cymbifolia, Persoonia daphnoides, Persoonia micranthera, Persoonia dillwynioides, Persoonia media, Persoonia falcata, Persoonia stricta, Persoonia subtilis, Persoonia subvelutina, Persoonia sulcata, Persoonia rigida, Persoonia procumbens, Persoonia prostrata, Persoonia pungens, Persoonia quinquenervis, Persoonia rudis, Persoonia rufa, Persoonia rufiflora, Persoonia saccata, Persoonia salicina, Persoonia recedens, Persoonia pentasticha, Persoonia oleoides, Persoonia oxycoccoides, Persoonia papillosa, Persoonia pertinax, Persoonia pinifolia, Persoonia pauciflora, Persoonia acerosa,

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,

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