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Aotus ericoides

Common Aotus

Fabaceae

Description:

A bushy shrub with rosemary-like foliage and bright yellow and red pea flowers, native to coastal heathlands and dry sclerophyll forests. Responds well to pruning, which encourages a more compact and dense form. Ideal for coastal gardens, containers, and small spaces.

Special Features:

  • Excellent seaside plant

  • Great for containers

  • Compact, small coastal garden shrub

Natural Habitat:

Wallum Woodlands, Coastal Heath

Aspect:

Full Sun, Partial Sun/Shade

Soil/Conditions:

Adaptable

Tree/Shrub Height:

Shrub to 2m

Attracts:

Bees, Insects, Butterflies, Nectar feeding Bird

Flower Colour:

Yellow

Aotus ericoides - Common Aotus

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Regional ecosystem:

12.2.5, 12.2.6, 12.2.9, 12.2.12, 12.2.10, 12.2.15

Link to Regional Ecosystem description QLD Gov:

https://apps.des.qld.gov.au/regional-ecosystems/list/?landzone=&description=Aotus+ericoides&class=&biodiversity=&submit=Search

https://www.publications.qld.gov.au/dataset/re-technical-descriptions/resource/1771f391-44b9-4d25-8315-f92033610a9b

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