Couch honeypot
Dryandra nivea

Family: Proteaceae

What it is like

A small spreading shrub. It grows 15-85 cm high and spreads 0.4-2 m wide. The leaves are long and wavy and feather-like. They are 15-40 cm long by 0.5-0.8 cm wide. They have sharp tips and can be divided down to the midrib. They are white underneath. The flower heads are 2.5 cm long by 4 cm wide. The flowers heads have several colours. They are bronze, pink and green. They are cup like.

There are over 50 Dryandra species.

Where it is found

It grows in temperate places. It suits semiarid regions. It needs well drained soil. It can grow in dry soil and in full sun or light shade. It can stand light frosts.

Countries/locations it is found in

Australia (country/location of origin), Britain, Europe

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Nectar

How it is grown

Plants can be grown from seed or cuttings.

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Probably now Banksia