Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Commelinales
Species:
drummondii
ID:
362747

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 6: 433 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000362079

Common Names

  • Drummondii Conostylis
  • Drummondii Fringe-lily
  • Drummondii Spider-orchid

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Description

Conostylis drummondii (also called Drummond's Cone-flower, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with yellow flowers and narrow, grass-like leaves. It is native to Western Australia and is found in sandy soils in heathland and shrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Conostylis drummondii is used as an ornamental plant, as a ground cover, and as a low-maintenance garden plant. It is also used for erosion control and to provide habitat for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Conostylis drummondii is a small yellow-green flower with a white centre. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Conostylis drummondii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Conostylis drummondii

Conostylis drummondii is native to Australia. It can be found in open woodlands, heathlands, and grasslands.

Conostylis drummondii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Conostylis drummondii?

Conostylis drummondii

What are the common names of Conostylis drummondii?

Drummondii conostylis, Drummondii

What is the natural habitat of Conostylis drummondii?

It is found in dry grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas in 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-234367: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.