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Mangles Kangaroo Paw

Anigozanthos manglesii

Photo by KerryHawkins
Published on Project Noah
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Description:

Unique red and green bird attracting flowers. The tubular flowers are coated with dense hairs and open at the apex with six claw-like structures. They form into a shape resembling a paw, hense the name kangaroo paw.

Habitat:

Kalbarri National Park WA

Notes:

The Mangles Kangaroo Paw is the floral emblem of WA and is endemic to tht state.

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Comments (4)
KerryHawkins
We are able to grow some of the varieties here. They seem to do ok if they have rocky, well drained area.
LeanneGardner
Oh beautiful Kerry! I love Kangaroo Paws. I cant tell you how many times I've tried to grow them here on the east coast, failing every time. Lovely spotting :)
KerryHawkins
Thanks Mac. Wish I had a better photo but they are still beautiful.

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PublishedJune 22, 2013

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