Scientific Name: Pomaderris oraria subsp. oraria

Common Name: bassian dogwood

Family Classification (Clade): Eudicots

Family: Rhamnaceae

Threatened Species Status: Rare

Permit: It is an offence to collect, disturb, damage or destroy this species unless under permit.

Form Description: Small shrub

Height (m): 0.5 – 1.5

Flowers: Small, in dense compound clusters sometimes reduced to 5 or 6 flowers.

Fruit: Papery capsule – small capsules that are brownish, papery and dry. Seed is light brown.

Municipality
DorsetFlindersGeorge TownKing Island
Plant Communities
No data available for this species
Habitat Notes

Local near the north and north-east coasts and on the islands of Bass Strait.

Propagation Calendar

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Propagation Method
Seed, Cuttings

Seed Information

Seed Collection

Collection by stocking bag method is recommended. If hand collecting, cut, don’t pick. Monitor carefully. To extract seed dry capsules, then rub against a fine wire screen.

Seed Treatment Method

Hot Water Hot water is used to soften the hard seed case of some species. This replicates the weathering process. Pour hot (not boiling) water over the seeds and allow them to soak for 4-12 hours.

Seed Treatment Notes

Pour hot water (just off boiling) over seed and soak for 12 to 24 hours before sowing.

Germination Time

4-10 weeks

Cutting & Division Information

Can be propagated from cuttings. Hardened small side shoots give the best results.