Gastrolobium Praemorsum (Brown Butterfly)
Gastrolobium Praemorsum (Brown Butterfly)
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Gastrolobium Praemorsum (Brown Butterfly) is a distinctive Australian native shrub admired for its unique butterfly-shaped flowers and fine, attractive foliage. Flowering predominantly from late winter through spring in Australia, it produces masses of rich brown to reddish-brown blooms that create an eye-catching display while attracting native bees and other beneficial pollinators. Its compact growth habit makes it an excellent choice for native gardens, rockeries, and low-maintenance landscapes.
Highly suited to Australian conditions, Gastrolobium Praemorsum (Brown Butterfly) thrives in well-drained soils and performs best in full sun to partial shade. Once established, it is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance, making it ideal for gardeners seeking a resilient native feature plant. Whether planted individually or in groups, it adds year-round texture and seasonal colour to any garden.

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Mature height
0.8–1.5m
Mature width
0.8–1.5m
Spacing
0.8–1.5m apart
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Foliage
Brown to reddish-brown flowers with green foliage
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Late Winter to Spring
Sun tolerance
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Maintenance
Low; prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape
Root System
Non-invasive, fine fibrous root system