Round-fruited Banksia, Fox Banksia
Banksia sphaerocarpa
Family: Proteaceae
What it is like
A medium sized shrub. It grows 1.5-2.5 m high. It spreads 2-3.5 m across. The leaves are narrow and blue-green. The flowers are purplish-gold. They are round.
There are about 75 Banksia species. They are mostly in Australia.
Where it is found
It grows in warm temperate places often in semiarid regions. It needs well drained soils. It can stand light frosts.
Countries/locations it is found in
Australia (country/location of origin)
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Nectar
How it is grown
Plants can be grown by seed or cuttings.