Dagger Hakea

Dagger Hakea, scientific name Hakea teretifolia, is a species of plant in the Proteaceae family that is native to Australia. Its true home is New South Wales and southern Queensland. The Dagger Hakea is a shrub growing up to 4 metres tall, and is particularly known for its large, elongated leaves that are shaped like a dagger, hence its English name. Among other things, it is distinguished by its sharp and hard leaves, which can reach up to 30 centimetres in length. The flowers of Dagger Hakea are yellow-white in colour and have a distinctive fragrance.

Dagger Hakea is primarily grown for its decorative appearance. Due to its unique characteristics and visual appeal, it is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. In addition, Dagger Hakea is also used in some products where its wood is used. Its hardwood is durable and long-lasting, making it ideal for heavy timber production such as furniture making. However, due to its relatively slow growth and difficult treatment, its harvesting is not much used for industrial production.