Status:
valid
Authors:
Foreman
Source:
ksu
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
Fl. Australia 16: 474 (1995)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000477815
Common Names
- Petrophile Aculeata
- Aculeata Petrophile
- Aculeata
Description
Petrophile aculeata (also called Prickly Petrophile, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub. It is native to temperate regions of Australia, and is found in dry woodlands and scrublands. It has small, narrow, needle-like leaves and small, yellow flowers, and is covered in a dense layer of prickly hairs.
Uses & Benefits
Petrophile aculeata is a small shrub native to Australia. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for its medicinal properties, as it has been known to have anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Petrophile aculeata has small, yellow flowers that are borne in short spikes. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Petrophile aculeata is a terrestrial shrub native to Australia. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be grown in a well-draining potting mix. Propagation is done by division of the offsets.
Where to Find Petrophile aculeata
Petrophile aculeata is native to Australia. It can be found in nurseries and online retailers.
Petrophile aculeata FAQ
What is the ideal temperature for Petrophile aculeata?
Petrophile aculeata prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C)
What type of soil is best for Petrophile aculeata?
Petrophile aculeata prefers a well-draining, peat-based potting mix.
How much light does Petrophile aculeata need?
Petrophile aculeata prefers bright, indirect light.
Species in the Petrophile genus
Petrophile aculeata,
Petrophile acicularis,
Petrophile phylicoides,
Petrophile merrallii,
Petrophile misturata,
Petrophile multisecta,
Petrophile nivea,
Petrophile pedunculata,
Petrophile plumosa,
Petrophile pauciflora,
Petrophile incurvata,
Petrophile glauca,
Petrophile helicophylla,
Petrophile heterophylla,
Petrophile megalostegia,
Petrophile media,
Petrophile linearis,
Petrophile longifolia,
Petrophile imbricata,
Petrophile serruriae,
Petrophile semifurcata,
Petrophile rigida,
Petrophile scabriuscula,
Petrophile sessilis,
Petrophile seminuda,
Petrophile shirleyae,
Petrophile shuttleworthiana,
Petrophile squamata,
Petrophile striata,
Petrophile stricta,
Petrophile trifurcata,
Petrophile wonganensis,
Petrophile teretifolia,
Petrophile recurva,
Petrophile arcuata,
Petrophile anceps,
Petrophile cyathiforma,
Petrophile divaricata,
Petrophile diversifolia,
Petrophile drummondii,
Petrophile antecedens,
Petrophile ericifolia,
Petrophile fastigiata,
Petrophile filifolia,
Petrophile chrysantha,
Petrophile aspera,
Petrophile biloba,
Petrophile biternata,
Petrophile brevifolia,
Petrophile carduacea,
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,