Species reference sheet / enquiry only
Flindersia collinaLeopard Ash
This is a technical reference for project discussion, not an online product. Availability, pricing, origin and export readiness are confirmed only after Ornatec reviews destination, quantity, size range and timing.
Procurement note
Availability is confirmed by project review.
The Flindersia collina, or Leopard Ash, is a graceful Australian native tree known for its mottled, leopard-like bark and glossy, dark green foliage. This medium-sized evergreen tree grows up to 15–25 meters tall, with a rounded canopy that provides excellent shade. In spring and summer, it produces small, fragrant, creamy-white flowers, followed by woody seed capsules. Leopard Ash is well-suited to parks, streetscapes, and large gardens, offering a striking visual element and practical benefits.
Hardy and adaptable, Leopard Ash is a versatile choice for a variety of landscapes.
Specifications:
- Height: 15–25 meters
- Width: 8–12 meters
- Native to: Australia (Queensland)
- Foliage: Glossy, dark green leaves; evergreen
- Growth rate: Moderate
Conditions:
- Soil: Prefers well-drained soils; tolerates sandy, loamy, and clay types
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Water: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established
- Climate: Thrives in subtropical and tropical regions
Additional Features:
- Bark: Mottled, leopard-like appearance adds year-round interest
- Flowers: Small, fragrant creamy-white blooms in spring and summer
- Fruit: Woody seed capsules; ornamental but not messy
- Form: Upright with a rounded, dense canopy
- Uses: Ideal for shade, street planting, parks, or as a feature tree in large gardens
- Spacing: Plant 8–10 meters apart for individual displays or rows
- Low Maintenance: Minimal pruning required; shape as needed when young
- Pest Resistance: Naturally hardy and pest-free
- Drought Tolerance: Performs well in low-water gardens once established
- Wildlife Attraction: Flowers attract bees and birds; canopy provides habitat for wildlife
- Timber: Durable wood used in fine furniture and joinery
- Erosion Control: Effective for stabilizing soils on slopes or degraded land
- Versatility: Complements native, formal, and large-scale landscapes
Leopard Ash is a beautiful and practical tree, perfect for adding shade, habitat, and an eye-catching bark pattern to parks, gardens, and streetscapes.
Checked against destination, quantity, size, origin, preparation time and export requirements.
Quoted after review. No public retail pricing, no cart and no checkout.
Send destination, quantities, sizes, target delivery date and any substitutions allowed.