Sandplain Woody Pear (Xylomelum angustifolium) seeds

SANDPLAIN WOODY PEAR (Xylomelum angustifolium)

Quick Facts

• Common Name: Sandplain Woody Pear
• Botanical Name: Xylomelum angustifolium
• Height: Typically 2–7 meters; can reach up to 10 meters
• Flower Color: White to cream
• Flowering Season: Spring to early summer
• Exposure: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained, sandy soils
• Irrigation: Drought-tolerant once established
• Frost Tolerance: Moderately frost tolerant to -4°C (25°F)

Why Grow Sandplain Woody Pear?

• Drought-Hardy: Perfect for waterwise gardens.
• Attractive Features: Beautiful cream-white flowers and striking woody fruits make it a standout ornamental plant.
• Native Heritage: This endemic species is adapted to Western Australia's challenging conditions.

Bush Food Note

• Seeds: The seeds are edible and considered a delicacy. Best enjoyed raw or roasted once the fruit has dried and the winged seed pod is released.
• Traditional Significance: The Nanda people of Western Australia valued the woody pear as a staple food source.

Other Uses

• Ornamental Value: Woody fruits are prized in the cut flower industry for their unique aesthetic appeal.

How to Grow

Sowing Instructions:

1. Pre-Treatment:
   • Pour hot water over seeds and soak for 24 hours to enhance germination success.
2. Sowing Season:
   • Sow all year round, though autumn and spring are preferred.
3. Depth:
   • Cover seeds lightly with a substrate.

Planting Medium:

• Use coir or sowing mix mixed with sand or perlite for good drainage.

Care Tips:

• Temperature: Maintain a warm germination temperature of 25°C or higher.
• Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not wet.
• Location: Place in a bright spot with ample sunlight.

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Add the Sandplain Woody Pear to your garden for a striking native feature. Its drought-hardiness, edible seeds, and unique ornamental value make it a must-have for native plant enthusiasts and eco-conscious gardeners.