Water
Water regularly during the first year to establish the plant. Once mature, it is drought-tolerant and requires infrequent watering, especially in its native climate.
Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings to prevent root rot.
Also known as Downy Hakea · Hairy Hakea · Rock Hakea
Hakea gibbosa is a dense, prickly shrub native to Western Australia, known for its striking white flowers and woody, helmet-shaped seed pods.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers full sun for best flowering and growth.
90% intensity
Tolerates partial shade.
Allow soil to dry out between waterings. Drought-tolerant once established.
40% intensity
Water moderately when young, infrequently when mature.
Well-drained soil is crucial. Prefers sandy or loamy soils, tolerates poor conditions.
50% intensity
Prefers moderate temperatures, tolerates a range.
70% intensity
Ideal growing range 15-25°C.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Use low-phosphorus fertilizer sparingly, if at all.
20% intensity
Avoid over-fertilizing.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly during the first year to establish the plant. Once mature, it is drought-tolerant and requires infrequent watering, especially in its native climate.
Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings to prevent root rot.
Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead or damaged branches. Avoid heavy pruning, as it may not recover well.
Pinching back young shoots can promote a more compact form.
Easily propagated from seed, which requires scarification and soaking before sowing. Cuttings can also be taken from semi-hardwood in late summer or autumn, but are generally more difficult to root than seeds.
Young plants in pots may need repotting every 1-2 years into slightly larger containers. Use a well-draining potting mix, preferably formulated for Australian natives.
Avoid disturbing the root ball excessively during repotting.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Hakea Gibbosa (Hakea gibbosa)
Where Hakea Gibbosa (Hakea gibbosa) is found

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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 gibbosa |
Similar in genus Hakea
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