Isopogon formosus

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Isopogon formosus

Scientific classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Order: Proteales
Family: Proteaceae
Genus: Isopogon
Species: I. formosus
Binomial name
Isopogon formosus
R.Br.

Isopogon formosus or Rose Cone Flower is a shrub that is endemic to areas near Albany and Esperance in Western Australia. In occurs naturally in heathland and woodland areas.

Its has an erect or bushy form and is usually between 1.5 and 2 metres high. The pink flowers appear from mid winter to early summer. Rounded "drumsticks" containing the seeds appear later, formed from the old flower parts.The plants leaves are divided, narrow, terete and about 5cm long.

[edit] Cultivation

Isopogon formosus requires excellent drainage and full sun. It will not tolerate long periods of dryness or heavy frost.

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