Phebalium squamulosum ssp. squamulosum

Forest Phebalium

Erect bushy shrub or small tree. Branchlets & new growth covered in rusty scales.

Additional information

• FamilyRutaceae
• StoreyMiddle storey
• Size2-4 m x 1-3 m
• Plant groupingShrubs 1.5-10 m
• LeavesDark green oblong leaves 15-25 mm x 2-9 mm, more scaly below.
• Flower colourCreamy yellow
• Flowering timeAugust to November
• FlowersClusters of small flowers at ends of branchlets. Calyx and outside of petals covered in rusty to silvery scales.
• Bird attractingNo
• Butterfly attractingNo
• Frog habitatNo
• Growing conditionsMoist to dry well drained soils in moist forests. Frost tolerant. Semi shade, partial sun.
• Garden useAn excellent garden plant. Very floriferous providing a bright spot in shade or areas receiving limited sun. Tolerates extended dry periods. Cut flower. The more commonly available form is smaller, to 1.5m high and has bright yellow flowers.
• Commercially availableGenerally
• Conservation statusRare in Victoria with few known populations. Common in the few areas that it occurs in within the Shire.
• Related speciesHealesville form - light green, narrow elliptic leaves to 50 mm x 2-9 mm, scattered rusty scales below, tip blunt. The actual location of this form is uncertain. Photos 1, 5, 6

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