Pomaderris aspera

Hazel pomaderris

Erect shrub or small tree with rusty hairy new growth. Large soft egg shaped leaves with deep veins, dark green above, paler with rusty hairs below. Large terminal bunches of cream flowers, lacking petals, hairy on the outside.

  • Cultural knowledge: Wood: pegs for stretching skins
  • Ecological role: Bird attractant: Food plant for caterpillars
  • Height: 3-15m
  • Width: 2-5m
  • Sun: Partial to full shade
  • Soil type: Moist, well drained humus rich and acidic soils
  • Flowering time: October to November