Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Species:
circinata
ID:
491540

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kippist ex Meisn.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1855

Citation Micro:
Hooker's J. Bot. Kew Gard. Misc. 7: 67 (1855)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000490872

Common Names

  • Petrophile circinata
  • Circled Petrophile
  • Circled Conestick

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Description

Petrophile circinata (also called Circinate Petrophile, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is native to Mexico and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Petrophile circinata is an evergreen shrub native to Australia. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and it can also be grown in containers. The flowers can be used to make a tea that is said to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Petrophile circinata are small and white. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like structure.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Petrophile circinata is a shrub that grows in sandy soils in open woodlands and heathlands. It is native to Australia and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a moist potting mix. They should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Petrophile circinata

Petrophile circinata is native to Australia.

Petrophile circinata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Petrophile circinata?

Petrophile circinata

What is the natural habitat of Petrophile circinata?

It is native to Australia.

What is the best way to care for Petrophile circinata?

Petrophile circinata should be planted in well-draining soil and kept in full sun. Water regularly and fertilize in the spring.

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

Carl Meissner (1800-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meisn.' in the authors string.
Richard Kippist (1812-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kippist' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:705522-1: Based on the initial data import