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Foliage:
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Oblanceolate leaves, shiny and sticky.
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Flower:
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Male and female on separate plants. Yellow-green and inconspicuous.
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Fruit:
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Red winged capsules (hops).
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Other features:
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Drought and frost tolerant. Gnarled trunk.
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Natural distribution:
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Widespread throughout Australia. SA.
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Soils:
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Well drained. Light coastal.
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Natural vegetation:
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Open sunny / part shade.
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Landcare use:
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Hardy windbreak. Fodder in hard times.
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Propagation:
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Seed.
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Pests and diseases:
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Scale.
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