Hakea trifurcata
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Two-leaf hakea
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Summary
Source: WikipediaHakea trifurcata, commonly known as two-leaf, two-leaved hakea, or kerosene bush, is a shrub, endemic to the south-west of Western Australia. The species has two leaf forms, needle-like or oblong egg-shaped. Unlike most hakea species the fruit remain green at maturity and resemble the broader leaf form. The mimicry creates a camouflage, reducing predation of the seed by granivores in particular cockatoos.
Description
A Mediterranean climate shrub in the Proteaceae family with flowers that produce edible nectar.
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Edible Uses
The flower nectar is sucked directly from the flowers or used to make a drink.
Traditional Uses
The nectar is sucked from the flowers or used to make a drink.
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Distribution
It is a Mediterranean climate plant.
Where It Grows
Australia*,
Synonyms
References (1)
- Plants and People in Mooro Country. Nyungar Plant use in Yellagonga Regional Park
