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Homalanthus populifolius (syn Homalanthus nutans)

Bleeding Heart

Euphorbiaceae

Description:

Shrub to 6 m tall with large heart-shaped leaves that turn deep red with age. Tiny greenish-yellow flowers appear in spring–summer, followed by scarlet berries that attract birds. Fast-growing pioneer plant with spreading branches.

Special Features:

  • Bird attracting

  • Pioneer plant

Natural Habitat:

Rainforest

Aspect:

Partial Sun/Shade

Soil/Conditions:

Moist, Adaptable

Tree/Shrub Height:

Small tree to 6m - Spread 3m

Attracts:

Fruit eating birds, Insects

Flower Colour:

Yellow, Green, Red

Homalanthus populifolius (syn Homalanthus nutans) - Bleeding Heart

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Regional ecosystem:

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Link to Regional Ecosystem description QLD Gov:

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