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Hakea marginata

Family: Proteaceae

Genus: Hakea

Species: marginata

Main Flower Colour: White

Description

An open shrub to about 4 or 5 metres tall. Leaves are tough, elliptical in shape with a sharp point and slightly thickened, entire margins. Clusters of small white flowers appear in the leaf axils. Prefers sandy damp areas.

Flowering start in May and ends in October.

Identification

The main flower colour is white. Identify by a conical pollen presenter and thickened leaf margins. The name "marginata" refers to the leaf margins.

References

http://florabase.dpaw.wa.gov.au/browse/profile/2179

Created: 24 Nov 2014 - Member - John and Val

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Location

Bio Regions

Jarrah Forest (JAF)

Region Specifics

Peaceful Bay, WA.

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