Lomatia ilicifolia

Holly Lomatia

Stiff erect shrub growing from a lignotuber. New growth rusty hairy.

Additional information

• FamilyProteaceae
• StoreyLower storey
• Size0.5-2 m x 1 m
• Plant groupingShrubs to 2m
• LeavesDull green leathery, crinkled, egg-shaped to oblong holly-like leaves 6-20 cm x 3-5 cm with prominent network of veins.
• Flower colourCream
• Flowering timeDecember to February
• FlowersLong spray (15-30 cm long) of flowers, longer than the leaves, at the end of branches, often after fire. Winged seed in dark brown leathery follicle (pod).
• Bird attractingNo
• Butterfly attractingNectar for butterflies
• Frog habitatNo
• Growing conditionsWell drained dry to moist soil in heathy woodland. Frost tolerant. Full sun to partial shade.
• Garden useInteresting understorey plant with attractive foliage and well displayed flowers. Slow growing.
• Commercially availableAustralian plant & indigenous nurseries
• Conservation statusLocally common within its preferred growing conditions

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