Emu Tree (Hakea francisiana) is a striking Western Australian native shrub or small tree with attractive foliage and pendulous clusters of creamy-white flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers a location with at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Drought Tolerant
25% intensity
Allow soil to dry completely between waterings. Reduce frequency for established plants.
Sandy, Loamy, Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers warm to hot conditions but can tolerate light frosts once established. Protect from prolonged freezes.
Low Feed
25% intensity
Requires minimal fertilization. Use low-phosphorus or native plant fertilizer sparingly in spring.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water Hakea francisiana deeply but infrequently once established. Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Young plants require more consistent moisture, but mature plants are highly drought-tolerant.
Overwatering is a common cause of root rot, so err on the side of caution.
Prune Hakea francisiana to maintain shape and size, or to remove dead or damaged branches. The best time to prune is after flowering. Avoid heavy pruning into old wood, as the plant may not recover.
Light shaping can be done at any time.
Propagate Hakea francisiana from seed, which requires scarification (e. g. , hot water treatment) to break dormancy. Smoke treatment can also improve germination rates.
Semi-hardwood cuttings can be taken in late summer or early autumn, treated with rooting hormone, and placed in a well-draining medium.
Repotting is generally not necessary for mature Hakea francisiana as they prefer to be undisturbed and have sensitive root systems. Young plants can be repotted when root-bound, typically every 1-2 years.
Use a very well-draining potting mix, such as a native plant mix with added grit.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Proteales |
| Family | Proteaceae |
| Genus | Hakea |
| Species | Hakea francisiana |
Similar in genus Hakea
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