Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Commelinales
Species:
bracteata
ID:
362532

Status:
valid

Authors:
Endl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Pl. Preiss. 2: 16 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000361864

Common Names

  • Conostylis bracteata
  • Bracteata Conostylis
  • Bracteata Conostylis

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Synonyms

  • Conostylis aculeata bracteata (Lindl.) J.W.Green [unknown]

Description

Conostylis bracteata (also called Bracteata Conostylis, among many other common names) is an annual plant of the Boraginaceae family. It has a branched stem and a height of up to 10 cm. It is native to Australia, and is found in dry, sandy and rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Conostylis bracteata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a cut flower. It has a long flowering period and is attractive to bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Conostylis bracteata has white flowers with yellow anthers. Seed: The seeds are small, dark brown and round. Seedlings: The seedlings have narrow, linear leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Conostylis bracteata is a perennial herb that is native to Australia. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is usually done by division or cuttings. Division should be done in early spring or late summer. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Conostylis bracteata

Conostylis bracteata is found in the south-west of Western Australia.

Conostylis bracteata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Conostylis bracteata?

Conostylis bracteata

What is the common name of Conostylis bracteata?

Bracted Cottonheads

What is the natural habitat of Conostylis bracteata?

It is found in sandy soils in open woodland and heathland in Western Australia

Species in the Conostylis genus

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, Conostylis setosa, Conostylis stylidioides, Conostylis teretifolia, Conostylis teretiuscula, Conostylis tomentosa, Conostylis vaginata, Conostylis villosa, Conostylis wonganensis,

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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