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Xanthostemon chrysanthus, Golden Penda, Expo gold, Junjum
Xanthostemon chrysanthus

Xanthostemon chrysanthus

Golden Penda, Expo gold, Junjum
Family: Myrtaceae
Origin: Coastal rainforest in north Queensland from Townsville to Cape York
USDA Zone: 9-10?
USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall tree 10-20 ftFull sunModerate waterRegular waterYellow, orange flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsFragrant plant

Xanthostemon chrysanthus, is still quite unknown outside its native country, and is pretty hard to find. This is a very desirable garden plant for warmer climates. The glorious, dense flower heads are well displayed at branches ends and are bright yellow with stunningly extended stamens reminiscent of a Bottlebrush. Flowers are sweetly fragrant and atract butterlies and hummingbirds. Bloom time in Northern hemisphere lasts from winter through early spring, which makes it especially valuable. In sub-tropical and tropical areas it flowers reliably and often within 2-3 years from seed. New leaves start out red, contrasting beautifully with older, lance shaped glossy green foliage. In native rainforest environment the tree can grow up to 40-50 ft, however in gardens it may reach only 15-20 ft. It responds well to pruning and can be easily shaped into a shrub, hedge or screen with annual pruning. Golden Penda is a favorite of birds and butterflies; it makes a good cut flower. The plant is pretty hardy, tolerates dry soil and requires almost no watering once established; however it will thrive providing moist rich soils. It can also take light frosts.

The genus name Xanthostemon comes from Greek xanthos - yellow, and stemon - a thread or stamen. The species name chrysanthus comes from Greek chrysos - gold and anthos - a flower. This plant is known as Junjum among aboriginal Australians, its hardwood used for swords, spear points and digging sticks.


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Xanthostemon chrysanthus - seeds
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Golden Penda - outstanding small tree with golden flowers that have sweet fragrance! Blooming size. Very rare species.
Everblooming and stays evergreen! Tolerates poor soils and drought too. Provide regular water to establish quicker.
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