Anigozanthos kalbarriensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Commelinales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kalbarriensis
ID:
340767
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hopper
Source:
wcs
Year:
1978
Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 2: 181 (1978)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000340099
Common Names
- Kalbarri Kangaroo Paw
- Kalbarri Cat's Paw
- Anigozanthos kalbarriensis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Anigozanthos kalbarriensis (also called Kalbarri Kangaroo Paw, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Australia. It has long, thin leaves and tall flower stems that can reach up to 1.5 m in height. The flowers are usually yellow, orange or red and are clustered in groups of two to seven. It is found in a variety of habitats, including open woodlands, shrublands, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Anigozanthos kalbarriensis 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.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Anigozanthos kalbarriensis 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Anigozanthos kalbarriensis is a perennial herb that grows in moist to wet soils in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The rhizomes should be divided into sections with at least two buds each. Plant the sections in a moist soil mix and keep them moist until established.
Where to Find Anigozanthos kalbarriensis
Anigozanthos kalbarriensis is native to Australia. It can be found in the country of Australia.
Anigozanthos kalbarriensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anigozanthos kalbarriensis?
Anigozanthos kalbarriensis
What type of plant is Anigozanthos kalbarriensis?
Anigozanthos kalbarriensis is a flowering plant
Where is Anigozanthos kalbarriensis found?
Anigozanthos kalbarriensis is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Australia
Species in the Anigozanthos genus
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-220316: Based on the initial data import
Stephen Hopper (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hopper' in the authors string.