• Healthy Acronychia imperforata, also known as Fraser Island Apple, growing in a garden with bright green leaves under a blue sky.
  • Close-up of Acronychia imperforata plant showcasing its lush, vibrant green foliage in a garden setting.
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Fraser Island Apple (Acronychia imperforata)

Fraser Island Apple (Acronychia imperforata)

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Why we love this plant!

This hardy coastal plant produces clusters of small, pale green fruit enjoyed by birds, contributing to local wildlife support. Its dense foliage offers shelter for birds and insects, and it thrives in South East Queensland’s conditions, making it a good option for coastal and native gardens that aim to attract and sustain biodiversity.

Care Considerations

Watering preferences:

  • Moderate watering; tolerates short periods of drought once established

Mulching preferences:

  • Applying organic mulch helps retain soil moisture and suppress weeds

Fertilising preferences:

  • A balanced fertiliser can be applied in spring to promote healthy growth

Pruning preferences:

  • A light prune after flowering can help maintain shape and encourage dense growth

Good to Know:

  • Attractive to butterflies and fruit-eating birds, including the Figbird (Sphecotheres vieilloti)

Plant Details
Common uses: Privacy screening, Attractive foliage, Pollinator-friendly, Low maintenance garden, Coastal garden, Wind protection, Robust/Hardy, Feature plant, Tropical garden, and Shade-giving
Expected Height Range: 2 m - 5 m
Spread Range: 2 m - 4 m
Preferred positioning: Full sun, Partial sun, and Partial shade
Flower Season/s: Spring and Summer
Flower Colour/s:
Plant life cycle: Perennial
Habitat: Found along the coastal regions of eastern Australia, from New South Wales to northern Queensland, it inhabits littoral rainforests and coastal scrublands. This species thrives in sandy soils and is often found near the ocean, tolerating salt-laden winds.
Leaf information: Glossy, dark green, oval-shaped leaves with a slightly waxy surface.
Preferred Soil: Prefers well-drained, sandy to loamy soils with moderate moisture, tolerating salt spray and coastal conditions.
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