Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Species:
globifera
ID:
750693

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rye & K.A.Sheph.

Source:
ksu

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 21: 49 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000750026

Common Names

  • Petrophile Globifera
  • Globe-flowered Petrophile
  • Globe-flowered Grevillea

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Description

Petrophile globifera (also called globe-bearing petrophile, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Australia. It grows in dry, sunny habitats, and has long, narrow leaves and white flowers with globe-like petals.

Uses & Benefits

Petrophile globifera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and gastrointestinal issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Petrophile globifera is a white to pink star-shaped flower with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Petrophile globifera is a perennial, evergreen shrub that is native to Australia. It can reach up to 1 m in height. It can be propagated by cuttings or seed. It prefers a well-drained soil and should be grown in full sun. It should be watered regularly but not allowed to dry out completely. It should be fertilized every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Petrophile globifera

Petrophile globifera can be found in the mountains of Central Asia, including Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan.

Petrophile globifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Petrophile globifera?

Petrophile globifera

What is the common name of Petrophile globifera?

Globiferous Petrophile

What is the natural habitat of Petrophile globifera?

It is native to Australia, growing in sandy soils in scrub and open grassland.

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

Barbara Lynette Rye (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rye' in the authors string.
Kelly Anne Shepherd: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.A.Sheph.' in the authors string.