A hardy shrub with leathery leaves with a sharp point on the ends and show off the venation. The shrub has light brown corky bark. Flowers with masses of white furry 4-petalled flowers with a very strong scent similar to gardenias. Small green balled fruit follow flowering.
Native plant guide: Australian Native
Native gardenia
Coelospermum reticulatum
Native Gardenia; Credit: Gemma Bauld
Native Gardenia; Credit: Gemma Bauld
Native Gardenia; Credit: Gemma Bauld
Plant Description:
Special features: Scented white flowers and veiny leaves.
Fauna attractant: Bees
More information: https://www.somemagneticislandplants.com.au/medicine-bush
Flower-Fruit colour: Green fruit, White flower
Habit: Shrub
Hardiness: Drought tolerant
Height: 3 m
Native-exotic: Native
Sun-shade condition: Full sun/part shade
Water requirement: Low
Width: 3 m