Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Species:
filifolius
ID:
520530

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1870

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 5: 355 (1870)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000519862

Common Names

  • Adenanthos filifolius
  • Thread-leaved Adenanthos
  • Thread Adenanthos

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Synonyms

  • Adenanthos filifolius sericifolius Benth. [unknown]

Description

Adenanthos filifolius (also called Thread-leaved Wattle, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Western Australia. It has an erect habit and can grow up to 1 m tall. It has grey-green foliage and yellow flowers. It is found in rocky areas and in heathland.

Uses & Benefits

Adenanthos filifolius is a popular ornamental plant in gardens, as it is drought tolerant and can be used for erosion control. It is also used in floral arrangements and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Adenanthos filifolius is a small, yellow-green, tubular flower which grows in clusters at the end of the branches. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped seedlings with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adenanthos filifolius is a shrub native to Australia. It is easily propagated from cuttings or seed. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best to water the plant deeply and infrequently, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Where to Find Adenanthos filifolius

Adenanthos filifolius is native to Western Australia.

Adenanthos filifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adenanthos filifolius?

Adenanthos filifolius

What is the common name of Adenanthos filifolius?

Thread-leaved adenanthos

What type of plant is Adenanthos filifolius?

Shrub

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,

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