Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Proteaceae

Genus:

Banksia

Species:

Banksia rufa subsp. flavescens

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Subshrub

Height:

200 cm

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jul,aug,sep,oct

Bloom Colors:

yellow, cream

Evergreen Shrub:

Yes

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds, small mammals, native bees

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Fire Ecology:

Requires fire for germination

Fire Notes:

Like most Banksia species, has serotinous follicles that release seeds after fire. Resprouts from lignotuber following fire events and seeds germinate prolifically in post-fire ash beds.

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

14–42 days

Notes:

Smoke treatment significantly enhances germination rates. Fresh seed germinates best; viability declines with storage.

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