Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Br.
Source:
tro
Year:
1810
Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 10: 198 (1810)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001107075
Common Names
- Telopea Speciosissima
- Speciosissima Telopea
- Speciosissima Waratah
Description
Telopea speciosissima (also called Waratah, among many other common names) is a large shrub or small tree native to Australia. It grows up to 5 meters tall and has a dense, rounded crown and leathery, glossy leaves. It is found in rainforest and wet sclerophyll forest, often on the margins of swamps and streams.
Uses & Benefits
Telopea speciosissima is used for ornamental purposes, as a hedge, and for its wood.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Telopea speciosissima has bright red flowers that appear in spring and summer. The seeds are small and brown and are dispersed by wind. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Telopea speciosissima is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 meters in height. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained, sandy soil.
Where to Find Telopea speciosissima
Telopea speciosissima can be found in Australia, particularly in the south-western region.
Species in the Telopea genus
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,