Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Proteaceae

Genus:

Banksia

Species:

Banksia dallanneyi subsp. media

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Subshrub

Height:

150 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

sep,oct,nov,dec

Bloom Colors:

yellow, orange

Evergreen Shrub:

Yes

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds, native bees, nectar-feeding mammals

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Fire Ecology:

Requires fire for germination

Fire Notes:

Exhibits serotiny with woody follicles that release seeds after fire. Resprouts from lignotuber after fire events, typical of southwestern Australian Banksia species.

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

14–60 days

Notes:

Banksia seeds often respond to smoke treatment which enhances germination. Fresh seed germinates more readily than stored seed.

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