Status:
valid
Authors:
Meisn.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1855
Citation Micro:
Hooker's J. Bot. Kew Gard. Misc. 7: 116 (1855)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000714215
Common Names
- Auriculate Hakea
- Hakea Auriculata
- Ear-shaped Hakea
Description
Hakea auriculata (also called Ear-Leaf Hakea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m in height. It is native to Australia and is found in a variety of habitats, including woodlands, heaths, and coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Hakea auriculata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hakea auriculata is a white to cream color, with a bell-shaped corolla and four petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut, with a smooth, shiny surface. The seedlings are small, with a single, thin stem and small, oval leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hakea auriculata is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of up to 2m. It has dark green, leathery leaves and produces white, cream or pink flowers in spring and summer. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done from seed, which should be sown in spring or summer. The seed should be soaked in warm water for 24 hours before sowing to improve germination.
Where to Find Hakea auriculata
Hakea auriculata is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, and Victoria.
Hakea auriculata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hakea auriculata?
Hakea auriculata
What is the common name of Hakea auriculata?
Ear-leaved Hakea
What is the natural habitat of Hakea auriculata?
Hakea auriculata is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands
Species in the Hakea genus
Hakea chromatropa,
Hakea actites,
Hakea aculeata,
Hakea acuminata,
Hakea adnata,
Hakea aenigma,
Hakea ambigua,
Hakea amplexicaulis,
Hakea anadenia,
Hakea arborescens,
Hakea archaeoides,
Hakea auriculata,
Hakea baxteri,
Hakea bicornata,
Hakea brachyptera,
Hakea breviflora,
Hakea brownii,
Hakea bucculenta,
Hakea candolleana,
Hakea carinata,
Hakea ceratophylla,
Hakea chordophylla,
Hakea cinerea,
Hakea circumalata,
Hakea clavata,
Hakea collina,
Hakea commutata,
Hakea conchifolia,
Hakea constablei,
Hakea corymbosa,
Hakea costata,
Hakea cristata,
Hakea cucullata,
Hakea cyclocarpa,
Hakea cycloptera,
Hakea cygna,
Hakea decurrens,
Hakea denticulata,
Hakea divaricata,
Hakea dohertyi,
Hakea drupacea,
Hakea ednieana,
Hakea elliptica,
Hakea eneabba,
Hakea epiglottis,
Hakea erecta,
Hakea eriantha,
Hakea erinacea,
Hakea eyreana,
Hakea falcata,
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,