Anigozanthos manglesii
Anigozanthos manglesii | |
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Scientific classification | |
Kingdom: | Plantae |
Clade: | Tracheophytes |
Clade: | Angiosperms |
Clade: | Monocots |
Clade: | Commelinids |
Order: | Commelinales |
Family: | Haemodoraceae |
Genus: | Anigozanthos |
Species: | A. manglesii
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Binomial name | |
Anigozanthos manglesii | |
Occurrence data from AVH |
Anigozanthos manglesii, commonly known as the red-and-green kangaroo paw, Mangles' kangaroo paw, kurulbrang (
The flower has become symbolic of the region. The display between August and November is remarkable for the high standing flowers occurring in urban and coastal regions. The species is not threatened, but is protected under state legislation. A license is required for collection from the wild. It is desirable as a cut flower, possessing an unusual form and striking colours that last well.
Description
A member of the
Distribution
The species is widely distributed throughout the
Taxonomy
The species was first described by a Scottish botanist
This singularly beautiful species of Anigozanthos was raised in the garden at Whitmore Lodge, Berks., the seat of Robert Mangles, Esq. from seeds brought from Swan River by Sir James Stirling, the enterprising governor of that colony, by whom they had been presented to Mr. Mangles.
There are two recognised subspecies as follows:
- Anigozanthos manglesii subsp. quadrans Hopper
- Distribution of the subspecies is as far north as Shark Bay, variation in habit and structure of the subspecies is otherwise discrete.
- Anigozanthos manglesii D.Don subsp. manglesii
- Wide occurrence as far north as Gingin and to Cape Leeuwinin the south.
Anigozanthos manglesii is known to hybridize naturally with other Anigozanthos species:
- Ostenf.
- A. bicolor
- A. kalbarriensis
- A. humilis
Cultivars
Anigozanthos manglesii is often artificially hybridized with A. flavidus and to a lesser extent A. rufus. Cultivars include:
- Autumn Mystery - A. manglesii x A. flavidus
- Big Red - A. manglesii x A. flavidus
- Bush Emerald - A. manglesii x A. flavidus
- Hickman's Delight - A. manglesii x A. flavidus
- Rogue Radiance - (A. manglesii x A. rufus) x A. flavidus
- Space Age - A manglesii x A. flavidus
- Sue Dixon - (A. manglesii x A. rufus) x A. flavidus
Cultivation
In
This plant has gained the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit.[2]
Symbolic and artistic references
In November 1960, Anigozanthos manglesii was adopted as the floral emblem of Western Australia in a proclamation made by then Premier of Western Australia David Brand.[3]
It also appears on the armorial bearings of that state, framing the crown in the Coat of arms. This is given to denote the sovereignty and independence of Western Australia. The blazon reads:
And for Crest: On a Wreath Or and Sable The Royal Crown between two Kangaroo Paw (Anigosanthos [sic] Manglesii) flowers slipped proper.
A red and green kangaroo paw superimposed over a scene of
See also
Further reading
- ISBN 0-7309-5913-9.)
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Notes
- ^ Neville, Collard. "Plants and People in Mooro Country" (PDF). Yellagonga Regional Park. City of Joondalup. Retrieved 27 August 2016.
- ^ "RHS Plant Selector - Anigozanthos manglesii". Retrieved 25 May 2013.
- ^ "The Floral Emblem of Western Australia". Department of the Premier and Cabinet. Perth, WA: Government of Western Australia. 8 July 2008. Archived from the original on 14 September 2009. Retrieved 28 March 2010.
- ^ Stamp image
- ^ Stamp image
References
- "Anigozanthos manglesii". Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions.
- "Anigozanthos manglesii D. Don". Australian Plant Name Index (APNI), IBIS database. Centre for Plant Biodiversity Research, Australian Government.
- "Anigozanthos manglesii". The Kangaroo Paw Family. ASGAP. 4 June 2004. Archived from the originalon 1 September 2007. Retrieved 2 August 2007.
The plant is susceptible to fungal disease such as "ink spot", which is first seen as small black spots on the foliage which gradually spread and kill the plant.
- Anne Boden (11 October 2006). "Red and Green Kangaroo Paw. Anigozanthos manglesii". Emblems. Australian National Botanic Gardens (ANBG). Archived from the original on 20 August 2007. Retrieved 2 August 2007.
- Extract from Government Gazette (No.95) of 18 November 1960. PROCLAMATION:
By His Excellency The Honourable Sir John Patric Dwyer, ... Lieutenant-Governor (
Lieutenant Governor) in and over the State of Western Australia and its Dependencies in the Commonwealth of Australia. ...desirable that a floral emblem be adopted as an emblem of the State ... described as Anigosanthos Manglesii D. Don: NOW THEREFORE I, the Lieutenant-Governor, ... Given under my hand and the Public Seal of the said State at Perth, this 9th day of November, 1960. By His Excellency's Command, David Brand, Premier. God save the Queen !!! (abbreviated and uncorrected text from ANGB)
External links
- Australian Cultivar Registration Authority (ACRA) - List for genus Anigozanthos, updates the cultivar epithets.