Nodding Coneflower
Isopogon teretifolius
- Native to:
- Australia
Jean and Fred (www.flickr.com) from Perth, Australia,Kevin Thiele (www.flickr.com) from Perth, Australia,Kevin Thiele (www.flickr.com) from Perth, Australia,Leonora (Ellie) Enking (www.flickr.com) from East Preston, United Kingdom,Kevin Thiele (www.flickr.com) from Perth, Australia,MargaretRDonald,Spalding, George H,National Plant Materials Center (U.S.),Gordon College Field Naturalists' and Science Association Geelong Field Naturalists Club
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Proteaceae
- Genus:
- Isopogon
- Species:
- Isopogon teretifolius
- USDA Symbol:
- ISTE4
Growth Characteristics
- Height:
- 150 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- High
- Bloom Months:
- sep,oct,nov,dec
- Bloom Colors:
- yellow
- Landscaping Shrub:
- Yes
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- birds, insects
- Deer Resistant:
- Yes
- Fire Ecology:
- Requires fire for germination
- Fire Notes:
- Typical Proteaceae fire response; smoke and heat stimulate seed germination. Resprouts from lignotuber after fire in some populations.
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- sandy, acidic, nutrient-poor soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- native to Western Australia's sandy plains
Propagation & Germination
- Notes:
- Smoke treatment may improve germination; seeds from Proteaceae often respond to smoke or heat.
The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI