• Close-up of a lush Flames of the Forest bush with vivid green foliage, displaying captivating clusters in varying shades of green. The leaves' gentle yellow edges add a touch of warmth, while the brown mulch at the base evokes a natural garden ambiance. Edible red berries peek through, inviting wildlife and celebrating this charming native species’ unique appeal for wildlife gardens.
  • Beautiful green foliage on the Acmena Smithii 'Forest Flame '
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Forest Flame Lilly Pilly (Acmena smithii)

Forest Flame Lilly Pilly (Acmena smithii)

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Why we love this plant!

The Forest Flame Lilly Pilly is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant native shrub that provides an excellent habitat for birds and pollinators. Its dense foliage offers shelter and nesting sites, while its edible berries serve as a valuable food source for wildlife. Once established, it requires minimal water, making it a resilient choice for low-maintenance gardens, hedging, and privacy screens. With its adaptability to various soil types and climates, this hardy plant thrives in South East Queensland’s subtropical conditions.

Care Considerations

Watering preferences:

  • Water regularly until established, then reduce frequency based on rainfall.

Mulching preferences:

  • Applying mulch around the base may help retain moisture and suppress weeds.

Fertilising preferences:

  • A balanced fertiliser in spring may encourage growth.
  • Benefits from compost application.

Pruning preferences:

  • Can be pruned to shape if used as hedging.

Good to Know:

  • May be susceptible to psyllids, though some varieties show resistance.

Plant Details
Common uses: Privacy screening, Attractive foliage, Drought hardy/tolerant, Feature plant, Low maintenance garden, Robust/Hardy, Wind protection, Erosion control, Coastal garden, Fast growing, Suitable for colder climates, Edible, Pollinator-friendly, and Textural interest
Expected Height Range: 3 m - 5 m
Spread Range: 1 m - 3 m
Preferred positioning: Full sun, Partial sun, and Partial shade
Flower Season/s: Summer
Flower Colour/s:
Plant life cycle: Perennial
Habitat: Native to wet and dry sclerophyll forests and subtropical rainforests in eastern Australia, where it thrives in well-drained soils with moderate to high moisture levels.
Leaf information: Dense, glossy green leaves that can develop bronze to reddish new growth.
Preferred Soil: Prefers well-drained to moderately moist soils but is highly adaptable, tolerating loamy, sandy, and clay soils, provided they are not waterlogged.
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