Kingdom Plantae Family Rutaceae Scientific name Correa baeuerlenii | Order Sapindales Genus Correa Rank Species | |
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Similar Correa, Correa lawrenceana, Correa decumbens, Correa glabra, Correa alba | ||
Correa baeuerlenii is a shrub which is endemic to New South Wales in Australia. It is commonly known as Chef's-hat Correa due to the shape of its greenish-yellow flowers. It grows to between 1 and 2.5 metres in height, and has ovate to elliptic leaves which have a shiny, green upper surface.
The species was first formally described by botanist Ferdinand von Mueller in 1884. It occurs in forested areas from Bega northwards to the Clyde River district, with populations occurring at Biamanga, Deua and Mimosa Rocks National Parks.
Cultivation
Correa baeuerlenii can be used as a container plant or for screening. The flowers attract birds and flowering branches can be used indoors for floral arrangements. The species prefers moist soils with good drainage. It requires some shade, making it suitable for planting under trees.
