Description
Hakea repullulans (also called White-flowered Hakea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Australia. It has long, narrow leaves and clusters of white flowers. It grows in dry, open woodlands and heathlands.
Uses & Benefits
Hakea repullulans is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak or hedge plant, and is a good choice for erosion control. The plant is also used as a food source for livestock, and the wood is used for fuel.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hakea repullulans is a white to pale pink, 5-petalled star-shaped flower, with a diameter of about 1.5 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown, ovoid-shaped seed, about 2 mm in length. The seedlings are small, thin and green, with a single cotyledon and two small, opposite leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hakea repullulans is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m (6 ft) in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Germination usually takes 2-3 weeks. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn.