Description
Shrub to 3m high.
Foliage
Branchlets often ending in rigid spines. Dark green foliage.
Flowers
Tiny bell, pale yellow, mostly July-Jan.
Habitat
Commonly beside streams, often amongst rocks. Also on slopes.
Special Notes
Hardy. Useful for habitat and erosion control.
Strong floral perfume.
Value to Wildlife
Excellent habitat. Prickly foliage excellent refuge and nesting sites for small native birds. Birds feed on fruit.