Alloxylon pinnatumBotanical name: Alloxylon pinnatum Author: (Maiden & Betche) P.H. Weston & Crisp Common Name: Dorrigo Waratah, Waratah Oak Family: Proteaceae |
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LocationThis species is a medium tree which occurs from the McPherson Ranges of south-eastern Queensland to Dorrigo in north-eastern New South Wales in rainforest at moderate to high altitudes. You can see this beautiful plant in our Fruit Loop.
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This is a highly ornamental tree with a bushy habit, attractive foliage and spectacular flowers which attract nectar-feeding birds.
It can be a little difficult to establish in the garden as they need shelter when young and prefer a well-drained, loamy soil and a humid climate. Once established it has a long flowering period sometimes stretching from spring to early autumn under favourable conditions, producing striking reddish-pink blooms. |
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