Alloxylon pinnatum – Dorrigo Waratah

Alloxylon pinnatum - Dorrigo waratah
Alloxylon pinnatum - Dorrigo waratah

The Dorrigo Waratah is a very attractive small tree with its dark green glossy leaves and red wheel-like flower heads. It can be difficult to establish but give it a sheltered position in a deep, well-drained loamy soil and you will be richly rewarded. It makes a wonderful feature tree for parks and larger landscaping situations. The lovely timber is used for furniture and cabinet making.

Family : Proteaceae

Cultivar Name:

Plant Type : Small tree

Width : 12

Flowering Time : Spring, Summer, Autumn

Soil Type : Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam

Climate Zone : Sub-tropical, Warm temperate, Cool temperate

Growth Habit : Evergreen, Spreading

Soil Moisture : Well-drained, Moist moderate drainage

Special Uses : Cut flower

Scientific Name: Alloxylon pinnatum

Common Name : Dorrigo Waratah

Height : 20

Flower Color : Red

pH Level : Acid, Neutral

Plant Environment : Low maintenance garden

Light : Sunny, Light shade, Half shade

Lifespan :

Frost Tolerance : Tolerates heavy frost, Tolerates light frost

Attracts Wildlife : Bees, Nectar eating birds, Butterflies, Other insects