Botanical Name
Thomasia solanacea
Common Name
Solanum-leaved Thomasia
Description
Thomasia solanacea ‘Solanum-leaved Thomasia’ is an upright shrub reaching 1 to 2 metres tall with large, slightly hairy dark green leaves. From late winter to spring, it produces eye-catching clusters of pink to purple tubular flowers. Drought and frost tolerant once established, it thrives in well-drained sandy soils with full sun to part shade. A standout plant for native gardens, attracting pollinators, or as a flowering feature shrub
Plant Category
Medium Shrubs
Size (H x W)
Height: 1–2 m Width: 1–1.5 m
Native to coastal regions of Western Australia, often found in sandy heathlands and shrublands.
Kuranga respectfully acknowledges the traditional owners, the Wurundjeri people, as the custodians of this land. We pay respect to all Aboriginal community Elders, past and present, who have resided in the area and have been an integral part of the history of the region.
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