Description
Shrub to small tree 2-8m high.
Foliage
Dense coat of rusty hairs on branches, leaves 12-80mm long.
Flowers
Creamy white with rusty external apprarance, Oct-Nov.
Habitat
Requires well drained soils and semi shade.
Sheltered forests and riparian scrubs. Shrub occurring on rocky sites not far from watercourses.
Special Notes
Quick growing, tolerates frosts.
Value to Wildlife
Insects attracted to flowers.