Banksia speciosa (Showy Banksia)

Banksia speciosa, commonly known as Showy Banksia or Ricrac Banksia, is a shrub or small tree whose flowers are often commercially used in cut-flower arrangements. The linear leaves may reach 45cm long, and are divided into small, triangular lobes. They are green above and white underneath. Flowering may occur at any time but generally peaks in summer and autumn. The attractive, ovoid inflorescences are up to 12cm long, 9-10 cm wide and cream to pale yellow in colour. The seeds are enclosed in large, woody follicles and are generally retained within the cone until burnt. H 4m x 3m