Pine-leaved Geebung, Pine-leaf Geebung
Persoonia pinifolia
Family: Proteaceae
What it is like
A medium to large shrub. It grows 2.5-5 m high. It spreads 2-4 m wide. Young growth is bright green. The leaves are fine and soft. They are 3-7 cm long by 0.05 cm wide. They are narrow and needle like. The branches hang down. The flowers are 0.8 cm across. The flowers occur in long racemes and stalks 30 cm long. They are golden and have a perfume. The fruit are round. They are 1.5 cm long. They are green but become reddish-purple.
There are about 90 Persoonia species. They grow in Australia. Many have fruit which are edible.
Where it is found
It grows in temperate regions but can grow in the tropics and subtropics. It needs well drained soil. It can grow in full sun or light shade. It can stand light frosts. It suits hardiness zones 9-11.
Countries/locations it is found in
Australia (country/location of origin)
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Plants can be grown from seed or cuttings of very young growth. The tips should not be removed from the cuttings.