Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Commelinales
Species:
bicolor
ID:
340753

Status:
valid

Authors:
Endl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Pl. Preiss. 2: 26 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000340085

Common Names

  • Anigozanthos bicolor
  • Two-colored Anigozanthos
  • Bicolor

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Description

Anigozanthos bicolor (also called kangaroo paw, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Western Australia. It grows in sandy soils in dry areas, and is a popular garden plant. It has long, thin leaves and tall, bright red and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Anigozanthos bicolor is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and as a source of food for livestock.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Anigozanthos bicolor sub. bicolor
Anigozanthos bicolor sub. minor (Benth.) Hopper

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anigozanthos bicolor is a yellow-greenish color and has a bell-shaped structure. The seed is a small, round, dark brown color. The seedlings are thin and have a yellow-greenish color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anigozanthos bicolor can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).

Where to Find Anigozanthos bicolor

Anigozanthos bicolor is native to Australia. It can be found in the country of Australia.

Anigozanthos bicolor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anigozanthos bicolor?

Anigozanthos bicolor

What type of plant is Anigozanthos bicolor?

Anigozanthos bicolor is a flowering plant

Where is Anigozanthos bicolor found?

Anigozanthos bicolor is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Australia

Species in the Haemodoraceae family

Anigozanthos bicolor, Anigozanthos flavidus, Anigozanthos gabrielae, Anigozanthos humilis, Anigozanthos kalbarriensis, Anigozanthos manglesii, Anigozanthos onycis, Anigozanthos preissii, Anigozanthos pulcherrimus, Anigozanthos rufus, Anigozanthos viridis, Barberetta aurea, Blancoa canescens, Conostylis aculeata, Conostylis albescens, Conostylis androstemma, Conostylis angustifolia, Conostylis argentea, Conostylis aurea, Conostylis bealiana, Conostylis bracteata, Conostylis breviscapa, Conostylis candicans, Conostylis canteriata, Conostylis caricina, Conostylis crassinerva, Conostylis deplexa, Conostylis dielsii, Conostylis drummondii, Conostylis festucacea, Conostylis hiemalis, Conostylis juncea, Conostylis latens, Conostylis laxiflora, Conostylis lepidospermoides, Conostylis micrantha, Conostylis misera, Conostylis neocymosa, Conostylis pauciflora, Conostylis petrophiloides, Conostylis phathyrantha, Conostylis prolifera, Conostylis pusilla, Conostylis resinosa, Conostylis robusta, Conostylis rogeri, Conostylis scorsiflora, Conostylis seminuda, Conostylis serrulata, Conostylis setigera,

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