Family: Proteaceae
Author: Schrad. & J.C.Wendl.
Bibliography: Sert. Hannov.: 27 (1797)
Year: 1797
Status: accepted
Rank: species
Genus: Hakea
Vegetable: False
Observations: SE. Queensland to SE. Australia
Description
Bushy needlewood, scientifically known as Hakea sericea, is a notable plant within the Proteaceae family. Originally detailed in 1797 by Schrad. & J.C.Wendl. in their publication “Sert. Hannov.: 27,” this plant has garnered interest for its distinct characteristics and natural habitat.
Hakea sericea flourishes predominantly in Southeastern Queensland and Southeastern Australia. The plant is well-adapted to these regions, where it integrates seamlessly into the local flora. It is recognized for its bushy appearance, which contributes to the common name “bushy needlewood.”
The ecological role and aesthetic appeal of bushy needlewood make it a subject of interest for botanists and gardeners alike. Its presence in different environments offers insights into the adaptability and resilience of species within the Proteaceae family, reflecting broader ecological patterns and contributing to biodiversity in its native habitats.
Common Names
Fra: hakea
Eng: bushy needlewood, silky hakea, needle bush
Por: háquea-picante
Afr: syerige hakea
Swe: hakea
En: Bushy needlewood, Silky hakea, Needle Bush
Af: Syerige hakea
Fr: Hakea
Pt: Háquea-picante
Sv: Hakea
Synonyms
- Hakea tenuifolia var. typica (Domin)
- Conchium aciculare (Sm. ex Vent.)
- Hakea tenuifolia ((Salisb.) Britten)
- Conchium compressum (Sm.)
- Hakea acicularis ((Sm. ex Vent.) Knight)
- Hakea tenuiflora (Dum.Cours.)
- Banksia acicularis ((Sm. ex Vent.) Parm.)
- Hakea acicularis var. lissosperma ((R.Br.) Benth.)
- Hakea obliqua (G.Lodd.)
- Hakea acicularis var. smithii (Endl.)
- Banksia tenuifolia (Salisb.)
- Hakea sericea var. lissosperma ((R.Br.) Ewart)
Distribution
- New South Wales (native)
- Queensland (native)
- South Australia (native)
- Victoria (native)
- Cape Provinces (introduced)
- Madeira (introduced)
- New Zealand North (introduced)
- New Zealand South (introduced)
- Norfolk Is. (introduced)
- Portugal (introduced)
- Spain (introduced)
Additional Images
Flower
Taken Jun 28, 2021 by Joaquim Alves (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jul 17, 2021 by Mike Donnici (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jul 2, 2022 by Lillie Smith (cc-by-sa)
Taken Mar 15, 2013 by Tela Botanica − Marc VIGNON (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jan 6, 2021 by David Pargamin (cc-by-sa)
Habit
Taken May 1, 2022 by Daniel Bourget (cc-by-sa)
Taken Dec 30, 2021 by Victor Machado (cc-by-sa)
Leaf
Taken Jul 2, 2022 by Lillie Smith (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jan 11, 2022 by cedric leroy (cc-by-sa)
Taken Mar 21, 2022 by Yeimer Negrete (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jan 8, 2021 by Bubz Pinson (cc-by-sa)
Taken Mar 27, 2021 by LinusForestation (cc-by-sa)
Fruit
Taken Apr 15, 2017 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)
Taken Apr 15, 2017 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)
Taken Apr 15, 2017 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)
Taken Mar 15, 2013 by Tela Botanica − Marc VIGNON (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jun 8, 2020 by Franca Antonio (cc-by-sa)
Other
Taken Apr 15, 2017 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)
Taken Apr 15, 2017 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)
Taken Apr 15, 2017 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)
Taken Feb 1, 2021 by Gómez Pizarro María (cc-by-sa)
Taken Mar 15, 2005 by Photoflora – Jean-Luc TASSET (©)
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Sources
- WFO (No URL)
- WFO (No URL)
- IPNI (No URL)
- GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/7287606)
- PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Hakea sericea Schrad. & J.C.Wendl.)
- POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:704327-1)