Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Species:
merrallii
ID:
479462

Status:
valid

Authors:
Foreman

Source:
ksu

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Fl. Australia 16: 476 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000478794

Common Names

  • Merrallii Petrophile
  • Merrallii Petrophile
  • Merrallii Petrophile

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Description

Petrophile merrallii (also called Merrallii Petrophile, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Proteaceae. It is native to South Australia. It is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands at elevations of up to 600 m. It is a small shrub with a single stem, and has small, needle-like leaves. The flowers are yellow-green.

Uses & Benefits

Petrophile merrallii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Petrophile merrallii has small, white flowers with yellowish-green centers. The flowers are arranged in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Petrophile merrallii is a shrub that grows in dry, sunny areas. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The plant prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. It is an easy to grow plant that is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Petrophile merrallii

Petrophile merrallii can be found in Australia.

Petrophile merrallii FAQ

What type of soil is best for Petrophile merrallii?

Petrophile merrallii prefers well-draining, slightly acidic soil.

What is the ideal temperature for Petrophile merrallii?

Petrophile merrallii prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).

How much light does Petrophile merrallii need?

Petrophile merrallii prefers bright, indirect sunlight.

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,