| Growth Habit: |
Small tree
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| Dimensions: |
5-8m x approx. 3m
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| Flower: |
Bright orange prominent style, numerous on one side of dense racemes 10-20cm long. Terminal or in upper leaf axils
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| Climate: |
Acid to neutral soils. Will withstand seasonal inundation but not poorly drained soils. Coastal areas. Subject to wind damage in exposed areas. Subject to borer damage
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| Fruit: |
Hairy slightly ovoid semi-woody follicle. Grey brown when ripe
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| Propagation: |
Seed
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| Horticulture Use: |
Gardens and in groups in parks
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| Culture & Maintenance: |
Grow in open sunny position. Fertilise sparingly with slow release low phosphorous. No other maintenance required. Fast growing
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| Foliage: |
Alternate pinnatifid 10-25cm dark green above silvery silky hairy under
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