Banksia littoralis
R. Br.
Swamp banksia, Seaside banksia
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Summary
Source: WikipediaBanksia littoralis, commonly known as the swamp banksia, swamp oak, river banksia or seaside banksia and the western swamp banksia, is a species of tree that is endemic to the south-west of Western Australia. The Noongar peoples know the plant as pungura, boongura or gwangia. It has rough, crumbly bark, linear, more or less serrated leaves arranged in whorls, yellow flowers and up to two hundred follicles in each head.
Description
A small tree in the Proteaceae family found in Mediterranean climates, known for its nectar.
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Edible Uses
Nectar is harvested from the flowers.
Distribution
It is a Mediterranean climate plant.
Where It Grows
Australia*,
Also Known As
Boonguru, Punguru
References (1)
- Plants and People in Mooro Country. Nyungar Plant use in Yellagonga Regional Park
