Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hirta
ID:
507208

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.R.Mast & K.R.Thiele

Source:
cmp

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 20: 65 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000506540

Common Names

  • Hirta Banksia
  • Hairy Banksia
  • Hairy Hairpin Banksia

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Synonyms

  • Dryandra hirsuta A.S.George [unknown]

Description

Banksia hirta (also called 'Hairy Banksia', among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It has a woody stem and its leaves are long, narrow and hairy. It is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Banksia hirta 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

Banksia hirta has yellow flowers with a red centre and a cylindrical shape. Its seeds are small and oblong, and its seedlings have narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Banksia hirta is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2m tall. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in a seed tray filled with a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Seeds should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings can also be taken from the tips of the branches.

Where to Find Banksia hirta

Banksia hirta is native to Australia and can be found in the south-west of the country.

Banksia hirta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Banksia hirta?

Banksia hirta

What is the family of Banksia hirta?

Proteaceae

What is the common name of Banksia hirta?

Hairy 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

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.