Botanical Name
Rhodosphaera rhodanthema
Common Name
Deep Yellow Wood
Description
Deep Yellow Wood is a magnificent rainforest native tree renowned for its clusters of creamy yellow flowers and excellent timber qualities that creates stunning displays in Australian gardens. This impressive species produces clusters of small, creamy yellow flowers in late spring to early summer followed by small fruits, attracting native bees while providing seasonal interest. The dense, glossy green leaves create attractive evergreen coverage with excellent ornamental appeal and year-round shade provision. Hardy and drought tolerant once established, it thrives in well-drained, fertile soils and full sun to part shade positions with good adaptability. Perfect for timber production, shade trees, specimen plantings, and areas where medium-sized rainforest trees with distinctive timber qualities create valuable landscape features.
Plant Category
Trees
Size (H x W)
Height: 10-15 meters, Spread: 6-10 meters
Rhodosphaera rhodanthema is native to the rainforests of Queensland, Australia, thriving in well-drained, fertile soils with good organic content and full sun to part shade exposure in subtropical to tropical climates.
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