Botanical name:

Carmichaelia crassicaulis subs. crassicaulis

Common name(s):

Coral broom

About:

A rigid, upright shrub that can reach heights of approximately 2m in its natural habitat. The branches, which are yellowish-green, display noticeable grooves and are devoid of leaves. During the summer, purplish flowers appear along the branches. This species is located in montane regions to the east of the main divide, stretching from mid-Canterbury to Central Otago.

Natural habitat:

Upland montane and subalpine grassland, scrub and rock.

Growing environment:

Frost, Sun, Wind & Free Draining tolerant.

Endemic distribution:

New Zealand’s South Island east of the main divide.

Height: 2m

Flowering:

December - January with a Violet/Purple or cream coloured flower/s.

Fruiting:

March – May with a small dry pointed pod containing single seed.

Uses:

Bird food / Attractant & Bee food

How to grow:

Easy from fresh seed. Can be grown with some difficulty from semi hardwood cuttings. Dislikes humidity and once established should not be moved.