Calothamnus sp. (Common Net Bush)

Calothamnus sp. (Common Net Bush) red flower close up on gray needle-like foliage branch
Calothamnus sp. (Common Net Bush) red flower clustered amongst thin gray foliage on woody branch

Botanical name: Calothamnus sp.

Common name: Common Net Bush

Family: Myrtaceae

Origin: Australia

USDA Plant Hardiness MapPlant used for bonsaiLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallSemi-shadeFull sunWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryRed, crimson, vinous flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirds

The attractive foliage is fine, neat and pine like providing shelter for small birds and contrasting beautifully with the flowers.

Similar plants: Calothamnus sp. (Common Net Bush)


Calothamnus sp. (Common Net Bush) red flower on a branch with needle like green leaves.
Calothamnus sp. (Common Net Bush) branch with thin green leaves and tiny red flower clusters.


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