Anigozanthos pulcherrimus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Commelinales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pulcherrimus
ID:
340775
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1845
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. 71: t. 4180 (1845)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000340107
Common Names
- Kangaroo Paw
- Pretty Paw
- Scarlet Paw
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Anigozanthos pulcherrimus (also called Beautiful 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 pulcherrimus 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 pulcherrimus 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 pulcherrimus is a perennial herb that is native to Australia. It is often grown as an ornamental plant in gardens and containers. It can be propagated from seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Anigozanthos pulcherrimus
Anigozanthos pulcherrimus is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands and grasslands.
Anigozanthos pulcherrimus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anigozanthos pulcherrimus?
Anigozanthos pulcherrimus
What type of plant is Anigozanthos pulcherrimus?
Anigozanthos pulcherrimus is a flowering plant
Where is Anigozanthos pulcherrimus found?
Anigozanthos pulcherrimus 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-220324: Based on the initial data import
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.