Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrocarpa
ID:
715040

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Cunn. ex R.Br.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Suppl. Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holl. : 30 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000714373

Common Names

  • Large-fruited Hakea
  • Macrocarpa Hakea
  • Hakea macrocarpa

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Synonyms

  • Grevillea alphonsiana F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Hakea morrisoniana W.Fitzg. [unknown]

Description

Hakea macrocarpa (also called Large-fruited Needlewood, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It has small, needle-like leaves and white flowers. It is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Hakea macrocarpa is a popular ornamental shrub in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak or as a screening plant for privacy. It is also used for its foliage and flowers in floral arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hakea macrocarpa is a white or cream-colored, bell-shaped flower that grows in clusters. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hakea macrocarpa is a shrub native to Australia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Plant the seeds in a well-draining soil mix in a sunny location. Water the seeds regularly until they are established. Take cuttings from the new growth in spring or summer and root them in a moist soil mix.

Where to Find Hakea macrocarpa

Hakea macrocarpa is native to Western Australia and can be found in the south-west of the state.

Hakea macrocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hakea macrocarpa?

Hakea macrocarpa

What type of soil does Hakea macrocarpa prefer?

Hakea macrocarpa prefers well-drained soils.

What is the natural habitat of Hakea macrocarpa?

Hakea macrocarpa is native to Australia and 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,

References

Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
Allan Cunningham (1791-1839): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Cunn.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:704253-1: Based on the initial data import