Horny Conebush

Isopogon ceratophyllus

Physical Characteristics

Isopogon ceratophyllus is a SHRUB growing to 0.6 m (2ft) by 1 m (3ft 3in). It is in flower from March to July. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

Australia - Victoria, New South Wales and temperate areas of Southern Australia.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Sunny Edge;

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal Uses

Bitter Tonic Bitter tonic[152].

Known Hazards

None known