Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Species:
canescens
ID:
483947

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Cunn. ex R.Br.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Suppl. Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holl. : 6 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000483279

Common Names

  • Hoary Petrophile
  • Canescens Petrophile
  • Hoary-leaved Petrophile

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Description

Petrophile canescens (also called Grey Petrophile, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to the south-west of Australia. It is a low-growing shrub, growing to 1–2 m tall and with a spread of up to 1 m. It grows in dry and sandy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Petrophile canescens is a popular ornamental plant and is often used in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Petrophile canescens is yellow-greenish and has a bell-shaped flower. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and have a single seed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Petrophile canescens 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 Petrophile canescens

Petrophile canescens is found in Australia.

Petrophile canescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Petrophile canescens?

Petrophile canescens

What is the common name of Petrophile canescens?

Hoary Petrophile

Where is Petrophile canescens found?

It is found in Australia.

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,

References

Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
Allan Cunningham (1791-1839): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Cunn.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:705518-1: Based on the initial data import