Native plant guide: Australian Native

Quinine bush

Petalostigma pubescens
Quinine Bush; Credit: Gemma Bauld

Quinine Bush; Credit: Gemma Bauld

Quinine Bush; Credit: Gemma Bauld

Plant Description:

A well-formed shady shrub to small tree. Small oval shaped leaves with a weepy habit. Flowers profusely with small cream coloured flowers, followed by orange fruit that resemble basketballs or pumpkins. Bark is grey to black and fissured.

Special features: Weeping habit of foliage and orange fruit.

Fauna attractant: Bee

More information: https://www.territorynativeplants.com.au/petalostigma-pubescens-quinine-bush

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