Botanical Name
Hakea clavata
Common Name
Coastal Hakea (Knotty Hakea)
Description
Coastal Hakea is a remarkable spreading native shrub renowned for its thick succulent leaves and intricate spherical flowers that creates stunning displays. This hardy Western Australian species produces spherical flower clusters in pink, crimson, or cream tones that flower prolifically, attracting honeyeaters and native bees while providing excellent nectar sources. The distinctive thick, fleshy leaves with sharp tips store moisture like a succulent, giving the plant an unusual appearance among hakeas and exceptional drought tolerance. Often windswept in coastal conditions, it thrives in extremely harsh environments with minimal care once established. Perfect for coastal gardens, drought-tolerant plantings, and areas where hardy shrubs with unique succulent characteristics create resilient landscape displays.
Plant Category
Small Shrubs
Size (H x W)
0.5-1.5 m × 1.5-2 m
Habitat
Hakea clavata naturally occurs in the southern coastal regions of Western Australia, where it grows in rocky sandy-clay soils among granite outcrops. It thrives in full sun and is well adapted to Mediterranean and coastal climates, with excellent drought tolerance and the ability to withstand salt-laden winds.
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