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Callistemon citrinus, commonly known as Bottlebrush, is a perennial shrub native to eastern Australia, specifically New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria. Bottlebrush (Latin: Callistemon citrinus) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Bottlebrush is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Bottlebrush is a member native to NSW, QLD, and VIC. This plant thrives in full sun and can tolerate a range of soil types, from light and sandy to medium and heavy clay.
Bottlebrush grows best in USDA zone 8-11, full sun light, dry, moist, wet water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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