Hairpin Banksia
Banksia spinulosa

Family: Proteaceae

What it is like

A medium spreading shrub. It grows 1-4 m tall. It can spread 1-4 m across. The leaves are narrow and the edges of the leaves are rolled under. The edges have small teeth. The leaves are green above and paler underneath. They are 2-10 cm long by 0.2-0.7 cm wide. The flowers are golden yellow. They are in flower heads up to 18 cm long. The fruit are follicles and the seed are retained after maturity.

There are about 75 Banksia species. They are mostly in Australia.

Where it is found

It is a warm temperate to subtropical plant. It grows in coastal areas. It does best in acid soils. It cannot tolerate high pH. It needs well drained soils. It needs full sun. It can stand heavy frosts. Hobart Botanical Gardens. It suits hardiness zones 9-11.

Countries/locations it is found in

Australia (country/location of origin), Tasmania

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Nectar, seeds

How it is grown

It can be grown from seed or cuttings.

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Banksia collina;