Lomatia fraseri — a medium houseplant
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Lomatia fraseri

Lomatia Fraseri

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Lomatia fraseri, commonly known as tree lomatia, forest lomatia or silky lomatia is a plant of the family Proteaceae native to eastern Australia. It grows as a shrub or small tree, reaching 8–11 metres (26–36 ft) high, with highly variable leaves. The cream to white inflorescences appear over summer. It is found in rainforest margins, gullies and heathland in mountainous regions of Victoria and New South Wales. It regenerates from fire by regrowing from a lignotuber.

CARE GUIDE

How to keep Lomatia Fraseri.

Pruning

The Lomatia tree is an evergreen shrub or small tree, characterized by its fern-like leaves and clusters of white flowers. To maintain its health, improve flowering, and prevent pests, it's best to prune in early spring. Focus on removing dead branches, thinning the shrub, and shaping it. Be sure to use clean, sharp tools to prevent infections.

CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical profile.

Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Lomatia
Family
Proteaceae
ALSO KNOWN AS

Other names.

en Forest lomatia en Silky lomatia en Tree lomatia
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Lomatia fraseri leaf
PLATE 01 · leaf
Lomatia fraseri leaf
PLATE 02 · leaf
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