Lemon-Scented Darwinia

Did you know

• The small leaves of Darwinia citriodora emit a strong, fresh lemon scent when crushed, useful as a natural fragrance.
• The true flowers are tiny and hidden within colorful bracts — the showy part of the 'flower' is the surrounding leafy structure.
• The genus is named after Erasmus Darwin, grandfather of Charles Darwin and a pioneering natural philosopher.
• Darwinia is pollinated by honeyeaters attracted to the red and yellow bracts that mimic floral displays.
• Most Darwinia species have highly restricted ranges and are considered threatened due to habitat loss and dieback.

Color meanings

Uses

• ornamental
• fragrant garden
• cut flower