Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Br.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1810
Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 10: 198 (1810)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000454305
Common Names
- Telopea Truncata
- Truncate Waratah
- Truncated Waratah
Description
Telopea truncata (also called Waratah, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to Australia. It has a dense, upright growth habit with large, red flowers. It grows in moist meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Telopea truncata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Telopea truncata is small and white. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are delicate and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Telopea truncata is a hardy evergreen shrub that is easy to grow in moist, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Sow seeds in spring or autumn in a cold frame. When large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and grow them on in the greenhouse for at least their first winter. Plant them out into their permanent positions in late spring or early summer, after the last expected frosts. Take cuttings in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Telopea truncata
Telopea truncata is native to the east coast of Australia, from Victoria to Queensland. It can be found in wet sclerophyll forests and rainforest margins.
Telopea truncata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Telopea truncata?
Telopea truncata
What is the common name of Telopea truncata?
Waratah
What type of plant is Telopea truncata?
Shrub
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,