A multi-stemmed shrub with very large, serrated, stiff hairy leaves, almost velvety to touch. Large cylindrical brush-shaped, green turning to orange, banksia flowers are followed by woody seed capsules that are persistent on the shrub. Prefer wet or poorly-drained areas.
Native plant guide: Australian Native
Swamp banksia
Banksia robur
Swamp Banksia: Credit: Gemma Bauld
Swamp Banksia: Credit: Gemma Bauld
Swamp Banksia: Credit: Gemma Bauld
Plant Description:
Special features: Orange flowers and large leaves
Fauna attractant: Bees, insects, possums, honeyeaters
More information: https://anpsa.org.au/plant_profiles/banksia-robur/
Flower-Fruit colour: Green flower, Orange flower
Habit: Shrub
Hardiness: Drought tolerant
Height: 3 m
Native-exotic: Native
Sun-shade condition: Full sun/part shade
Water requirement: Medium
Width: 2 m