Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Species:
pilostyla
ID:
508441

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rye & Hislop

Source:
ksu

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 15: 476 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507773

Common Names

  • Petrophile pilostyla
  • Pilostyla Petrophile
  • Petrophile

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Description

Petrophile pilostyla (also called 'Pilostyle Petrophile', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Australia. It has small, linear leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is found in sandy soils in open woodland and heathland.

Uses & Benefits

Petrophile pilostyla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to attract bees.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Petrophile pilostyla sub. austrina Rye & Hislop
Petrophile pilostyla sub. syntoma Rye & Hislop

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Petrophile pilostyla is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a green stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Petrophile pilostyla is a shrub native to Australia. It is a hardy plant that can be grown in a variety of climates. It prefers a dry environment and should be grown in a well-draining, organic-rich soil. Propagation is done by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and kept in a dry environment to ensure successful rooting.

Where to Find Petrophile pilostyla

Petrophile pilostyla can be found in the Southwestern regions of Australia.

Petrophile pilostyla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Petrophile pilostyla?

Petrophile pilostyla

What is the natural habitat of Petrophile pilostyla?

It is native to Australia.

What are the characteristics of Petrophile pilostyla?

It is an evergreen shrub with small, yellow flowers and needle-like leaves.

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.
Michael Clyde Hislop (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hislop' in the authors string.