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Lomatia silaifolia
Crinkle Bush
Proteaceae
Description:
A hardy shrub with finely divided fern-like foliage and a distinctive crinkled texture.
Produces clusters of creamy-white flowers in spring to early summer, attracting birds and insects.
Well-suited to native gardens, coastal plantings, and biodiversity-focused landscapes.
Special Features:
Bird- and bees-attracting flowers
Hardy and low maintenance
Adds texture and interest to native gardens
Natural Habitat:
Dry Eucalypt Forest
Aspect:
Full Sun, Partial Sun/Shade
Soil/Conditions:
Well-drained
Tree/Shrub Height:
Common shrub to 2m
Attracts:
Bees, Butterflies, Insects, Fauna
Flower Colour:
White, Cream
Lomatia silaifolia - Crinkle Bush
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Regional ecosystem:
12.2.5, 12.2.6, 12.2.8, 12.3.1, 12.3.11, 12.5.3, 12.8.1, 12.9-10.14, 12.9-10.19, 12.11.23, 12.11.5j, 12.12.14
Link to Regional Ecosystem description QLD Gov:
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