Darwinia citriodora
Lemon-scented Darwinia
The Lemon-scented Darwinia is a small shrub that grows up to 1.2m high by 1.5m wide. It has dense green foliage that has a purplish tinge in winter and a distinct lemon scent when crushed.
Unusual orange flowers with prominent stamens appear between winter and early summer.
The species name citriodora is from the Latin citri which means citrus (in this instance lemon) and odora meaning odour or fragrance referring to the aromatic lemon-scented leaves of this species.
Grow it at home
- Will grow in a range of soils provided free draining, prefers acid to neutral soils.
- Grows best in dappled shade
- Prune lightly to maintain shape following flowering
- An attractive accent foliage plant in native planting schemes, especially when grown in groups of 3 or 5.
- Drought tolerant once established.
- When planting, fertilise with a granular slower release fertiliser that is low in Phosphorous and formulated for native plants.
Find it in Kings Park
Darwinia citriodora can be seen in Kings Park in the Water Garden and Marri/Jarrah Woodland.
Out in the wild
Darwinia citriodora favours granitic and lateric soils and is often found growing on granite outcrops and hills in areas such as the Darling Scarp to the east of Perth. This species can be found from Bindoon north of Perth to areas around Albany in the south.
Find it in nurseries
Kings Park Favourites are produced in partnership with Domus Nursery and are available for purchase in retail garden centres and hardware stores throughout WA.
