Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Muell. ex Benth.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1868
Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 4: 118 (1868)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000637359
Common Names
- Bluebell Dampiera
- Common Dampiera
- Sericantha Dampiera
Description
Dampiera sericantha (also called Silky Dampiera, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Australia and is found in open woodland and grassland. It has blue or purple flowers and linear leaves with a silky texture.
Uses & Benefits
Dampiera sericantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used to stabilize soil and prevent erosion. It is drought tolerant and can be used in areas with low rainfall.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dampiera sericantha has small, star-shaped, blue-purple flowers with yellow centres and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with narrow, lance-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dampiera sericantha is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that is native to Australia. It is easy to grow and requires minimal care. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. When grown from seed, it should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and placed in a moist, well-drained soil mix. They should be kept in a warm, bright location until they have rooted.
Where to Find Dampiera sericantha
Dampiera sericantha is native to Australia and can be found in New South Wales, Victoria, and Queensland.
Dampiera sericantha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dampiera sericantha?
Dampiera sericantha
What is the natural habitat of Dampiera sericantha?
Dampiera sericantha is native to Australia and is commonly found in open woodlands, heathlands, and coastal areas.
What is the flowering period of Dampiera sericantha?
Dampiera sericantha typically flowers from late spring to early summer.
Species in the Dampiera genus
Dampiera adpressa,
Dampiera alata,
Dampiera altissima,
Dampiera angulata,
Dampiera anonyma,
Dampiera atriplicina,
Dampiera candicans,
Dampiera carinata,
Dampiera cervula,
Dampiera cinerea,
Dampiera conospermoides,
Dampiera coronata,
Dampiera decurrens,
Dampiera deltoidea,
Dampiera dentata,
Dampiera discolor,
Dampiera diversifolia,
Dampiera dysantha,
Dampiera eriantha,
Dampiera eriocephala,
Dampiera fasciculata,
Dampiera ferruginea,
Dampiera fitzgeraldensis,
Dampiera fusca,
Dampiera galbraithiana,
Dampiera glabrescens,
Dampiera haematotricha,
Dampiera hederacea,
Dampiera heteroptera,
Dampiera incana,
Dampiera juncea,
Dampiera krauseana,
Dampiera lanceolata,
Dampiera latealata,
Dampiera lavandulacea,
Dampiera leptoclada,
Dampiera lindleyi,
Dampiera linearis,
Dampiera loranthifolia,
Dampiera luteifolia,
Dampiera marifolia,
Dampiera metallorum,
Dampiera obliqua,
Dampiera oligophylla,
Dampiera orchardii,
Dampiera parvifolia,
Dampiera pedunculata,
Dampiera plumosa,
Dampiera purpurea,
Dampiera ramosa,
Species in the Goodeniaceae family
Anthotium humile,
Anthotium junciforme,
Anthotium odontophyllum,
Anthotium rubriflorum,
Brunonia australis,
Coopernookia barbata,
Coopernookia chisholmii,
Coopernookia georgei,
Coopernookia polygalacea,
Coopernookia scabridiuscula,
Coopernookia strophiolata,
Crossotoma spinescens,
Crossotoma oleoides,
Dampiera adpressa,
Dampiera alata,
Dampiera altissima,
Dampiera angulata,
Dampiera anonyma,
Dampiera atriplicina,
Dampiera candicans,
Dampiera carinata,
Dampiera cervula,
Dampiera cinerea,
Dampiera conospermoides,
Dampiera coronata,
Dampiera decurrens,
Dampiera deltoidea,
Dampiera dentata,
Dampiera discolor,
Dampiera diversifolia,
Dampiera dysantha,
Dampiera eriantha,
Dampiera eriocephala,
Dampiera fasciculata,
Dampiera ferruginea,
Dampiera fitzgeraldensis,
Dampiera fusca,
Dampiera galbraithiana,
Dampiera glabrescens,
Dampiera haematotricha,
Dampiera hederacea,
Dampiera heteroptera,
Dampiera incana,
Dampiera juncea,
Dampiera krauseana,
Dampiera lanceolata,
Dampiera latealata,
Dampiera lavandulacea,
Dampiera leptoclada,
Dampiera lindleyi,