Hakea francisiana, commonly called the emu tree, [2] grass-leaf hakea [3] or bottlebrush hakea, [4] is a shrub or tree of the genus Hakea native to Western Australia [2] and South Australia. [3]

The blue green foliage that is highlighted with long pinkish red flower spikes on an upright medium sized shrub are the main features of this striking Western Australian plant. Use it as a feature shrub in the garden and it is also good as a cut flower for indoor decoration. Give it a light trim after flowering to keep a dense habit.

2024年12月9日 · The Emu Tree (Hakea francisiana) is more than just a captivating plant—it’s a fascinating ecological player that thrives in Australia’s diverse landscapes.

Hakea francisiana can be found in the Grevillea & Hakea Garden, Wardong Bus Bay, Wadjuk Way and Saw Avenue. Out in the wild. The Emu Tree grows in a range of soils often within open Mallee woodland and shrubland communities.

Hakea francisiana is a large shrub up to 4 metres high with linear leaves up to 150 mm long x 3 mm wide. The species is similar to H.bucculenta and H.multilineata and all have fairly fairly similar cultivation requirements. Hakea francisiana now also includes the species formally known as Hakea coriacea.

Hakea francisiana [Grass-leaf Hakea] part of the Proteaceae family with Dark pink flowers flowering in Winter-spring avaliable from Australian Native Plants located in Ventura, CA

2003年6月23日 · Hakea francisiana F.Muell. Hakea francisiana F.Muell. Emu Tree. Reference Fragm. (Mueller) 1:20 (1858) Conservation Code Not threatened Naturalised Status Native to Western Australia Name Status Current. Non-lignotuberous shrub or tree, 3-8 m high. Fl. pink-red, Jul to Oct. Yellow or red sand, sandy clay, loam, clay, gravel, quartz. ...

Hakea francisiana Emu Tree. FEATURES: Upright narrow tree with masses of magnificent pink red spike-like flowers through Winter and Spring and long, harrow, silver-green leaves. CONDITIONS: Prefers a well-drained soil in a sunny position. Tolerant of dry periods, wind and moderate frost once established.

Hakea francisiana, or Emu Tree, is an attractive native shrub that is well branched with a compact crown. A spectacular hakea in full bloom, Hakea francisiana displays masses of coral-pink flower spikes in winter. Emu Tree will be a magnet for native birds, bees and insects. Conditions: Open sunny position. Drought, frost and coastal tolerant.

2017年2月17日 · These giant Emu Trees, also known as Hakea francisiana can grow stems up to 8 feet tall. The vibrant flowers bloom within the blue-green foliage and the long sweeping style of the branches ensures that they are predominately displayed, never failing to attract attention.