Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Species:
argyreus
ID:
520515

Status:
valid

Authors:
Diels & E.Pritz.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1904

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 35: 138 (1904)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000519847

Common Names

  • Adenanthos argyreus
  • Silver-leaved Adenanthos
  • Silver Adenanthos

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Description

Adenanthos argyreus (also called Silver-leaved Adenanthos, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to Australia and is found in dry forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Adenanthos argyreus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and can be used as a hedge or windbreak. The flowers are attractive to bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Adenanthos argyreus is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, grass-like plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adenanthos argyreus is a shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 m. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. The seed should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil. It prefers full sun or partial shade and is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Adenanthos argyreus

Adenanthos argyreus is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales and Victoria.

Adenanthos argyreus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adenanthos argyreus?

Adenanthos argyreus

What is the common name of Adenanthos argyreus?

Silver-leaved Adenanthos

What is the natural habitat of Adenanthos argyreus?

Adenanthos argyreus is native to Australia and is found in dry areas

Species in the Adenanthos genus

Adenanthos acanthophyllus, Adenanthos apiculatus, Adenanthos argyreus, Adenanthos barbigerus, Adenanthos cacomorphus, Adenanthos cuneatus, Adenanthos cunninghamii, Adenanthos cygnorum, Adenanthos detmoldii, Adenanthos dobagii, Adenanthos dobsonii, Adenanthos drummondii, Adenanthos ellipticus, Adenanthos eyrei, Adenanthos filifolius, Adenanthos flavidiflorus, Adenanthos forrestii, Adenanthos glabrescens, Adenanthos gracilipes, Adenanthos ileticos, Adenanthos intermedius, Adenanthos intricatus, Adenanthos labillardierei, Adenanthos linearis, Adenanthos macropodianus, Adenanthos meisneri, Adenanthos obovatus, Adenanthos oreophilus, Adenanthos pamelus, Adenanthos pungens, Adenanthos sericeus, Adenanthos strictus, Adenanthos teges, Adenanthos terminalis, Adenanthos velutinus, Adenanthos venosus,

Species in the Proteaceae family

Acidonia microcarpa, Adenanthos acanthophyllus, Adenanthos apiculatus, Adenanthos argyreus, Adenanthos barbigerus, Adenanthos cacomorphus, Adenanthos cuneatus, Adenanthos cunninghamii, Adenanthos cygnorum, Adenanthos detmoldii, Adenanthos dobagii, Adenanthos dobsonii, Adenanthos drummondii, Adenanthos ellipticus, Adenanthos eyrei, Adenanthos filifolius, Adenanthos flavidiflorus, Adenanthos forrestii, Adenanthos glabrescens, Adenanthos gracilipes, Adenanthos ileticos, Adenanthos intermedius, Adenanthos intricatus, Adenanthos labillardierei, Adenanthos linearis, Adenanthos macropodianus, Adenanthos meisneri, Adenanthos obovatus, Adenanthos oreophilus, Adenanthos pamelus, Adenanthos pungens, Adenanthos sericeus, Adenanthos strictus, Adenanthos teges, Adenanthos terminalis, Adenanthos velutinus, Adenanthos venosus, Agastachys odorata, Alloxylon brachycarpum, Alloxylon flammeum, Alloxylon pinnatum, Alloxylon wickhamii, Athertonia diversifolia, Aulax cancellata, Aulax pallasia, Aulax umbellata, Austromuellera trinervia, Austromuellera valida, Banksia acanthopoda, Banksia acuminata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2621341: Based on the initial data import
Ludwig Diels (1874-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Diels' in the authors string.
Ernst Georg Pritzel (1875-1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Pritz.' in the authors string.