Jacksonia sternbergiana, commonly known as stinkwood or green stinkwood, is a species of shrub or small tree that occurs in the south-west of Western Australia. It grows to between 1.5 and 5 metres high, has a weeping habit, and produces yellow and orange pea flowers in the summer. The Noongar peoples know the plant as kabbur, koorpa or mondurn.This plant provides food for the larvae of several species of butterfly, including the turquoise jewel, fringed heath-blue, and long-tailed pea-blue.
How to keep Jacksonia Sternbergiana.
Pruning
To promote new growth in Jacksonia sternbergiana, it is important to prune the plant in early spring. Concentrate on removing dead branches and thinning the foliage to improve airflow and structure, which will encourage vibrant blooms. Ensure you use clean, sharp tools to minimize damage, support healthy growth, and prevent overgrowth.
Botanical profile.
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Jacksonia
- Family
- Leguminosae
