Status:
valid
Authors:
Hislop & Rye
Source:
ksu
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 14: 369 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000483276
Common Names
- Clavate Petrophile
- Clavata Petrophile
- Club-shaped Petrophile
Description
Petrophile clavata (also called Club-headed 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 clavata 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 clavata 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Petrophile clavata can be propagated by 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 clavata
Petrophile clavata is found in Australia.
Petrophile clavata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Petrophile clavata?
Petrophile clavata
What is the common name of Petrophile clavata?
Club-headed Petrophile
Where is Petrophile clavata 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,