Narrow-leafed hop bush is a tall shrub
of 2-3 metres which is commonly found growing on light sandy soils. This highly variable bushy
shrub has shiny bright green sticky leaves and during spring, papery reddish three-winged fruits.
The species is very hardy, being able to tolerate a wide range of conditions, and is therefore
widespread throughout Australia. It is a prolific colonising species and is one of the first
plants to establish on disturbed ground.
Distribution of the Narrow-leafed hop bush in Australia.
