Kingdom Plantae Family Proteaceae Scientific name Isopogon dubius | Order Proteales Genus Isopogon Rank Species | |
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Similar Isopogon, Isopogon formosus, Isopogon anemonifolius, Isopogon cuneatus, Isopogon dawsonii | ||
Isopogon dubius, the pincushion coneflower, is a small shrub that is endemic to the south-west of Western Australia. It is usually between 0.3 and 1.5 metres high and has divided leaves which are 40 to 50 mm in length
The deep pink inflorescences are around 50 mm in diameter and appear from July to October in the species native range.
Cultivation
Isopogon dubius was first cultivated in Europe in the 1800s. It prefers dry summers and excellent drainage and will tolerate moderate frosts. Full sun is required for the best flower display, although the plant can be grown in partial shade.
References
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