Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Species:
pauciflora
ID:
479474

Status:
valid

Authors:
Foreman

Source:
ksu

Year:
1995

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000478806



Common Names

  • Petrophile pauciflora
  • Pauciflora Petrophile
  • Pauciflora Grevillea


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Description

Petrophile pauciflora (also called Pauciflora 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 pauciflora 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 pauciflora has small, yellow flowers with a yellow center and a yellow calyx. The seeds are small, dark brown and oblong in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Petrophile pauciflora is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate some shade but will not flower as well in shady conditions. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer. Prune back after flowering to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Petrophile pauciflora

Petrophile pauciflora is native to Australia.

Petrophile pauciflora FAQ

What type of soil is best for Petrophile pauciflora?

Petrophile pauciflora prefers well-draining, slightly acidic soil.

What is the ideal temperature for Petrophile pauciflora?

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

How much light does Petrophile pauciflora need?

Petrophile pauciflora 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,