Correa reflexa var. reflexa|Common Correa, Native Fuchsia
Cardinia indigenous plant guide
- Description
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Open, upright to spreading shrub.
- Size (W x H)
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1-2m x 0.3-2m
- Leaves
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Dull green, sparsely hairy, broadly ovate leaves 3-6cm x 10-35mm.
- Flowers
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Long tubular flowers hanging singly between 2 clasping leaves. (Red flowering plants are found outside the Shire but may occur as isolated plants within the Shire).
- Flower colour
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Light green
- Flower time
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March to September
- Growing conditions
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Well drained soils in drier forests. Frost tolerant. Full sun to semi shade.
- Commonly used for
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An attractive garden plant. The local forms need pruning to maintain a bushy shape and will be more open in shaded positions. Popular with nectar-seeking birds. Many forms are available commercially but hybridisation will occur with local populations.
- Available at indigenous nursery
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- Attracts birds
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- Photo gallery
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- Acknowledgement
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Thank you to Shire of Yarra Ranges for assistance in compiling this directory
