Banksia robur, commonly known as swamp banksia, is a species of flowering plant in the family Proteaceae. It grows in sand or peaty sand in coastal areas from Cooktown in north Queensland to the Illawarra region on the New South Wales south coast.

Banksia robur, the swamp banksia, is a dramatic looking banksia with large serrated leaves. The new growth has a felty coating of brown hairs, which is an attractive feature. It naturally occurs in damp areas on sandy soils, but is very adaptable to a wide range of conditions and soils.

Banksia robur, the Swamp Banksia, occurs in swamps along the coast and nearby plateaus of New South Wales and Queensland from the Illawarra district in the south to Gladstone in the north. In most parts of its range it is rarely taller than 1-2 m but in cultivation it readily reaches 2 m or more with a spread of at least 2 m.

Apr 30, 2024 · The swamp banksia grows naturally along creek beds and river banks from NSW to the top of Queensland. It prefers damper soils to the other species. The leaves of the swamp banksia are much larger, leathery, and bright green in colour.

Banksia dentata is found in tropical grassland known as savanna, and associated with Pandanus and Melaleuca. It regenerates from bushfire by regrowing from its woody base, known as a lignotuber.

Banksia littoralis, commonly known as the swamp banksia, [2] swamp oak, river banksia or seaside banksia and the western swamp banksia, [3] is a species of tree that is endemic to the south-west of Western Australia.

Jan 10, 2025 · Elevate your garden's beauty and biodiversity with the resilient Swamp Banksia, a low-water wonder! 🌼🌱. 🌞 Swamp Banksia thrives in full sun; ensure at least six hours daily. 🌱 Well-drained soil is crucial; enhance fertility with organic matter. 💧 Drought-tolerant; water deeply only during prolonged dry spells.

Banksia robur. Family: Proteaceae Distribution: From Gladstone, Queensland, to southern New South Wales with an isolated occurrence on Cape York Peninsula, generally in sandy and swampy situations. Common Name: Swamp banksia Conservation Status: Not considered to be at risk in the wild. Derivation of Name: Banksia…after Sir Joseph Banks.

Tough spreading bold native shrub with bright felty russet new growth, big green leaves, metallic green buds, and impressive gold-tan flower spikes. Can cope with moist or seasonally flooded soils, and coastal spray, and will regenerate like a phoenix after fire.

Banksia robur is an easy to grow broadleaf evergreen shrub with blue and green foliage. In fall yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens.