Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Proteaceae

Genus:

Banksia

Species:

Banksia kippistiana var. kippistiana

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Shrub , Shrub

Height:

150 cm

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

aug,sep,oct,nov

Bloom Colors:

yellow, orange

Evergreen Shrub:

Yes

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds, native bees, honeyeaters

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Fire Ecology:

Requires fire for germination

Fire Notes:

Many Banksia species have serotinous follicles that require fire heat to open and release seeds. Lignotubers allow resprouting after fire in some varieties.

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

14–60 days

Notes:

Banksia seeds germinate readily without special treatment. Smoke treatment may enhance germination rates as with many Australian natives.

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