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Cheese tree
Glochidion species
Other Common Names: Buttonwood
Family: Phyllanthaceae
Glochidion ferdinandi, popularly known as the cheese tree, is the species mostly grown in gardens. It has white flowers in spring, but the main value of this shrub/small tree is its lush foliage.
Glochidion in the Landscape
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Cheese tree, Glochidion ferdinandi
Cheese tree Glochidion ferdinandi was discussed in detail in the 19-08-2022 edition of Get Results Gardening, a weekly email publication for Australian gardeners, especially those in the tropical, subtropical and warm temperate parts of the country. Find out how to get a free trial at calyx.com.au/getresultsgardening.html
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ABN 38 518 961 623
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