Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Species:
intricatus
ID:
520540

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.A.Gardner

Source:
cmp

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Roy. Soc. Western Australia 9(1): 39 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000519872

Common Names

  • Adenanthos intricatus
  • Intricate Adenanthos
  • Adenanthos Plant

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Description

Adenanthos intricatus (also called Intricate Wattle, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Western Australia. It has long, narrow leaves and yellow flowers. It typically grows in sandy soils in heathland and shrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Adenanthos intricatus 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

Adenanthos intricatus has yellow, tubular flowers that are clustered in the leaf axils. The seeds are small and black. Seedlings are small and have narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adenanthos intricatus is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5m in height and width. It is native to Western Australia and prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seed should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer from semi-hardwood cuttings and placed in a well-drained, sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Adenanthos intricatus

Adenanthos intricatus can be found in south-western Australia, from the Stirling Range to Israelite Bay.

Adenanthos intricatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adenanthos intricatus?

Adenanthos intricatus

What is the common name of Adenanthos intricatus?

Intricate adenanthos

What type of plant is Adenanthos intricatus?

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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