Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
comosa
ID:
507172

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Meisn.) A.R.Mast & K.R.Thiele

Source:
cmp

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 20: 67 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000506504

Common Names

  • Comosa Banksia
  • Comosa Bottlebrush
  • Comosa Honeypot

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Synonyms

  • Josephia comosa Kuntze [unknown]
  • Dryandra comosa Meisn. [unknown]

Description

Banksia comosa (also called Hairpin Banksia, among many other common names) is a small shrub, typically growing up to 2 m tall. It is native to Australia and is found in dry eucalyptus forest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Banksia comosa is a popular ornamental plant, often used in landscaping and gardens. It has attractive foliage and produces bright yellow flowers. It is also used as a windbreak or screen, and is a good choice for coastal gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Banksia comosa is a large, yellow, cylindrical flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Banksia comosa can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Plants should be grown in full sun to partial shade and require regular watering and fertilizing.

Where to Find Banksia comosa

Banksia comosa is native to Australia, primarily in the states of Western Australia and South Australia.

Banksia comosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Banksia comosa?

Banksia comosa

What is the natural habitat of Banksia comosa?

It is found in Australia.

What are the common names of Banksia comosa?

It is commonly known as Australian banksia.

Species in the Banksia genus

Banksia acanthopoda, Banksia acuminata, Banksia alliacea, Banksia anatona, Banksia arborea, Banksia arctotidis, Banksia armata, Banksia aurantia, Banksia bella, Banksia bipinnatifida, Banksia biterax, Banksia borealis, Banksia brunnea, Banksia calophylla, Banksia carlinoides, Banksia catoglypta, Banksia cirsioides, Banksia columnaris, Banksia comosa, Banksia concinna, Banksia corvijuga, Banksia croajingolensis, Banksia cynaroides, Banksia cypholoba, Banksia dallanneyi, Banksia densa, Banksia drummondii, Banksia echinata, Banksia epimicta, Banksia erythrocephala, Banksia falcata, Banksia fasciculata, Banksia fililoba, Banksia foliolata, Banksia foliosissima, Banksia formosa, Banksia fraseri, Banksia fuscobractea, Banksia glaucifolia, Banksia heliantha, Banksia hewardiana, Banksia hirta, Banksia horrida, Banksia idiogenes, Banksia insulanemorecincta, Banksia ionthocarpa, Banksia kippistiana, Banksia lepidorhiza, Banksia meganotia, Banksia mimica,

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

Carl Meissner (1800-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meisn.' in the authors string.
Kevin Thiele (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.R.Thiele' in the authors string.
Austin Mast (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.R.Mast' in the authors string.