Flower Bloom - Australian Flame Tree (Illawarra flame tree)(2024 0101)
Similarly to its
kurrajong relatives the leaves are variable, with up to 7 deep lobes. It is
deciduous - shedding its leaves after the dry season. The spectacular flowering
occurs in late spring and new foliage is ready for the summer rains. In areas
where the winter is not particularly dry, this natural rhythm may become
somewhat erratic and the tree may flower only partially.[2]
Flowers are scarlet
bells with 5 partially fused petals.[2] The pod-like fruits (technically known
as follicles) are dark brown, wide, boat-shaped and about 10 cm long. They
contain masses of thin bristles that stick in the skin of humans, as well as
yellow seeds. These are nutritious and are traditionally eaten by Aborigines
after toasting.
Regions on the East Coast
of Australia
Location: Seletar Expressway near to Woodlands Health Campus (Woodlands Park Connector (SLE))
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