Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Species:
chrysantha
ID:
483934

Status:
valid

Authors:
Meisn.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1855

Citation Micro:
Hooker's J. Bot. Kew Gard. Misc. 7: 68 (1855)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000483266

Common Names

  • Golden Petrophile
  • Chrysantha Petrophile
  • Golden-flowered Petrophile

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Description

Petrophile chrysantha (also called Golden Petrophile, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub of the Proteaceae family. It has needle-like leaves and small yellow flowers. It is native to Australia, and is found in dry woodlands and shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Petrophile chrysantha 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

Petrophile chrysantha has yellow flowers that are about 1 cm in diameter. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Petrophile chrysantha can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and placed in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Petrophile chrysantha

Petrophile chrysantha is found in Australia.

Petrophile chrysantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Petrophile chrysantha?

Petrophile chrysantha

What is the common name of Petrophile chrysantha?

Golden Cone-bush

What is the natural habitat of Petrophile chrysantha?

Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands

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,