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common netbush
Scientific Name: Calothamnus quadrifidus
Family: Myrtaceae
Category: Dicot
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Calothamnus quadrifidus: Common Net Bush or One-sided Bottlebrush
Calothamnus quadrifidus is a striking plant native to Australia, known for its vibrant red flowers and adaptability to various garden settings. It's also commonly referred to as One-sided Bottlebrush or Common Net Bush.
Considerations for Pets
- The plant has needle-like foliage.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Calothamnus quadrifidus
- Common Names: Common Net Bush, One-sided Bottlebrush, Net Bush, Australian Net Bush, Dwarf Net Bush
- Family: Myrtaceae (the same family as eucalypts)
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to Western Australia.
- Commonly grown in Australian gardens and can be found in gardens in other regions, such as Churchill, Victoria, Australia and Cambridge, England.
- Ideal for coastal gardens.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- It is a medium to large shrub, potentially reaching 5-10 ft.
- Dwarf varieties also exist that are spreading shrubs.
- Produces red flowers in Spring and early Summer.
- The "net bush" name derives from the long stamens on the one-sided flower clusters.
Cultivation
- Prefers full sun but can tolerate semi-shade.
- Tolerates drought conditions.
- Moderate water requirements.
- Can be used for bonsai.
Further Information
- RHS (Royal Horticultural Society) provides help and information on Calothamnus quadrifidus.
- Photographs of the flowers in visible and ultraviolet light are available (Oldfield, D. 2015).
- Stock photos and illustrations are available from Alamy.