Isopogon cuneatus
Isopogon cuneatus
- Native to:
- Australia
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Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Proteaceae
- Genus:
- Isopogon
- Species:
- Isopogon cuneatus
- USDA Symbol:
- ISCU3
Growth Characteristics
- Height:
- 200 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- High
- Bloom Months:
- sep,oct,nov,dec
- Bloom Colors:
- pink, purple
- Landscaping Shrub:
- Yes
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- birds, insects
- Deer Resistant:
- Yes
- Fire Ecology:
- Requires fire for germination
- Fire Notes:
- Smoke-stimulated germination typical of Proteaceae from fire-prone Western Australian habitats. Resprouts from lignotuber after fire.
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- native to sandy soils in southwestern Australia
Propagation & Germination
- Stratification:
- None required
- Germination Time:
- 21–60 days
- Notes:
- Smoke treatment or smoke water significantly improves germination. Sow on well-drained mix and keep warm.
The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI