Correa reflexa nummularifolia, commonly known as Round-leaf Correa, is a small to medium-sized shrub that is native to Australia. It is a popular choice for landscaping due to its attractive appearance and low maintenance requirements. Round-leaf correa has small, rounded leaves and produces delicate, bell-shaped flowers in the winter and spring, providing a subtle and understated visual element to any landscape. It is often used as a feature plant or in mass plantings, providing a naturalistic look to gardens and public spaces. Round-leaf correa is drought-tolerant and can thrive in a range of growing conditions, making it a resilient and low-maintenance plant.
Correa reflexa nummularifolia
ROUNDLEAF CORREA
Description
Height: Up to 0.5 m
Width: 1-2 m
Aspect: Prefers full sun to partial shade and is adapted to a range of soil types, including well-draining soils.
Flowers: Produces small, bell-shaped flowers that are typically greenish-yellow in colour, with red or pink tips. The flowers bloom from late autumn to early spring.
Uses: Correa reflexa nummularifolia is a popular shrub for ornamental landscaping due to its attractive flowers and foliage. The shrub is also used in revegetation and restoration projects, particularly in coastal areas. Additionally, the shrub provides habitat and food for native wildlife, including birds and insects. Finally, the leaves of the shrub have been used in traditional medicine for their antiseptic properties
Additional information
Pot Size | 75mm round, 14cm/6", 20cm/8" |
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