FAMILY:

PROTEACEAE

Genus:

Hakea

species:

laurina

Common name:

Pin Cushion Hakea

Name derivation:

Genus: Baron Christian von Hake - German scientist; species: Latin - laurel-like foliage.

Growth habit:

Small Tree.

Dimensions:

Height 4m, width 2m.

Foliage:

Green-grey, broadly sickle shaped. Prominently veined.

Flower:

Cream and pink in dense pin cushion like heads.

Fruit:

Hard wood capsules, with 2 black winged seeds.

Other features:

Leaves similar to eucalypts.

Natural distribution:

South coast WA and some sand plain areas to 160km inland.

Soils:

Well drained, clay, sand or gravel.

Natural vegetation:

Sand plains.

Landcare use:

Nectar producing flowers for birds, protected coastal.

Propagation:

Seeds.

Pests and diseases:

Phytophthora dieback.