Genus species; Dodonaea triquetra
Meaning of name; Named for R. Dodoens - three angles
Family; Sapindaceae
Common name; Large Leaf Hop Bush
Shade; Light to Filtered
Features; Erect shrub to 3 metres with lanceolate leaves to 10 cm long. Inconspicuous flowers are followed by green fruits that are eaten by wonga pigeons.
Aspect;
Habitat; Open Forest and Ridges;
Soil; Well Drained Soil; Sandy Soils;
Landscape uses;
Leaves;
Flowering; July to October;
Fruit;
Seed type;
Dispersal vector; Ant adapted elaiosome (food body).
Wings (air resistance). Bird dispersed
Ecological values; Bird Attractant;
Propagation; Semi hard wood tip cuttings.