Dodonaea petiolaris facts for kids

Dodonaea petiolaris is a type of shrub that grows in Australia. It's part of a group of plants called Dodonaea, which are known for their interesting seed pods. This plant was first described by a famous botanist named Ferdinand von Mueller.

What is Dodonaea petiolaris?

This plant is an upright shrub, meaning it grows straight up. It can reach a height of about 1 to 2 meters, but sometimes it can grow as tall as 5 meters! You can find it growing in different types of soil, like sandy or loamy soil. It also likes rocky hillsides and ridges.

One cool thing about its seeds is that they have something called a "water gap." This means the seeds need water to get inside them in a special way before they can sprout. This helps the seeds stay dormant, or "asleep," until the conditions are just right for them to grow.

Where Does It Grow?

You can find Dodonaea petiolaris in many parts of Australia. It grows in Western Australia, South Australia, the Northern Territory, Queensland, and New South Wales.