| Isopogon dubius | |
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| Isopogon dubius in the Dryandra Woodland | |
| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| (unranked): | Angiosperms |
| (unranked): | Eudicots |
| Order: | Proteales |
| Family: | Proteaceae |
| Genus: | Isopogon |
| Species: | I. dubius |
| Binomial name | |
| Isopogon dubius (R.Br.) Druce[1] |
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| Synonyms | |
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Atylus roseus (Lindl.) Kuntze |
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Isopogon dubius (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 [2]
The deep pink inflorescences are around 50 mm in diameter and appear from July to October in the species native range.[2][3]
Isopogon dubius was first cultivated in Europe in the 1800s. It prefers dry summers and excellent drainage and will tolerate moderate frosts.[2] Full sun is required for the best flower display, although the plant can be grown in partial shade.[2]