Bursaria spinosa subsp. lasiophylla

Australian Blackthorn at Garran, ACT

Bursaria spinosa subsp. lasiophylla at Garran, ACT - 16 Nov 2015
Bursaria spinosa subsp. lasiophylla at Garran, ACT - 16 Nov 2015
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Bursaria spinosa subsp. lasiophylla 21 Nov 2015 MichaelMulvaney
Unidentified 16 Nov 2015 roymcd

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I am curious to ascertain the identity of this plant, as its prickly foliage seems to act as a natural deterrent/repellent to Noisy Miners, while other small bird species don't seem to be as bothered, resulting in improved bird biodiversity in areas where it grows on Red Hill.

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   22 Nov 2015
Yes Roy small birds love Blackthorn - we have planted it with other species on the Ridge above Garran, hopefully it will help sustain Red Hill's bird populations.
roymcd wrote:
   22 Nov 2015
Thanks Dr. Mulvaney for the ID, much appreciated. A very strategic choice for the plantings and the future of the reserve! :-)

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  • 16 Nov 2015 05:43 PM Recorded on
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