Adenanthos macropodianus - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macropodianus
ID:
520543
Status:
valid
Authors:
E.C.Nelson
Source:
cmp
Year:
1978
Citation Micro:
Brunonia 1: 378 (1978)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000519875
Common Names
- Adenanthos macropodianus
- Macropodian Adenanthos
- Adenanthos Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Adenanthos macropodianus (also called Kangaroo 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 macropodianus 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 macropodianus 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Adenanthos macropodianus 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 macropodianus
Adenanthos macropodianus can be found in south-western Australia, from the Stirling Range to Israelite Bay.
Adenanthos macropodianus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adenanthos macropodianus?
Adenanthos macropodianus
What are the common names of Adenanthos macropodianus?
Kangaroo Adenanthos
What is the natural habitat of Adenanthos macropodianus?
It is found in dry, open grassland and scrubland in South Africa
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-2621369: Based on the initial data import
Ernest Charles Nelson (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.C.Nelson' in the authors string.