Four-leaved Corkwood, Straggly Corkwood, Corkbark, Untjiya
Hakea eyreana
Family: Proteaceae
What it is like
A tall shrub or small tree. It grows 4-7 m high and spreads 2-4 m wide. The bark is dark grey and deeply cracked. The small branches have white hairs. The leaves are 2-9.5 cm long and compound. They are divided into 4-15 stiff segments. These are grey-green and hairy. They are 6 cm long and have sharp tips. The flowering stalks are 5-16 cm long and in the axils of leaves. They bear 35-105 flowers. These are plump and yellow. The fruit is 2.5-4.2 cm long by 1-1.2 cm wide. They are narrow, oval and smooth. They have a long broad beak.
There are about 130 Hakea species.
Where it is found
It grows in inland regions in Australia. It is often on sand dunes and near banks of temporary streams. It suits semiarid climates. It needs an open location and well drained soil. It can tolerate moderate frosts. It suits hardiness zones 9-10.
Countries/locations it is found in
Australia (country/location of origin)
How it is used for food
The nectar of the flowers can be sucked out. It can also be washed out with water to make a drink.
Edible parts
Seeds, nectar
How it is grown
Plants are grown from seed.
Plants are slow growing.