Cork Tree

Hakea suberea

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Basic Information

Family: Proteaceae

Genus: hakea

Plant ID (slug): hakea-suberea

Numeric ID: 21527

USDA Hardiness: Coming soon

Ratings

Physical Characteristics

Hakea suberea is a TREE growing to 5 m (16ft 5in). The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

Western Australia.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Secondary; Sunny Edge;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Edible Uses: Drink A sweet drink can be made from the crushed nectar-rich flowers[144].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known

Detailed Information

Additional Information

Title: Hakea suberea Cork Tree