Question From:
Solara Zwaneveld in Tighes Hill, Newcastle New South Wales
Nature of problem:
Can you identify this native tree please
Type of Plant (if known):
Leaves are large similar to philodendrons. Flowers are red & spidery at the top of the tree. Very tall slim grey & smooth trunk
Symptoms of Plant Illness (please try NOT to diagnose your problems yourself):
N/a
Soil Type (e.g. sandy, clay or loam) OR Potting Mix Type:
N/a
How often do you water the plant:
N/a
How many hours of sunlight does the plant get each day:
Lots
How long since you planted it:
7-8 years
Have you fertilised? If so, with what and when:
N/a
Is the plant indoors or outdoors:
outdoors
Is the plant in a pot or in the ground:
in the ground
What other treatments have you given the plant:
N/a
Upload photo if available:
Other Comments:
Answer:
Hi Solara, thanks for the good photo – it makes my job much easier. The tree is a Queensland Firewheel Tree (Stenocarpus sinuatus) – it grows about 8m tall in gardens and has a narrow crown. Don