Coastal Rosemary

A member of the mint family. Rosemary refers to the shape of the plant and not the scent.

Large shrub, up to 2 m high and 5 m wide.

Dark green leaves with short hairs on the underside. Up to 2 cm long, narrow and pointed and close to the stem. Dense foliage.

2 cm across, forming a fan-shape around the stem. White or pale pruple with reddish and yellow spots near the throat.

Field Guide

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Species Category: Plants
Species origin: Native
Conservation status: Common
Did You Know?
- Once the plant reaches a mature age, it does not deteriorate quickly as some plants do
What to Observe
- First fully open single flower
- Full flowering (record all days)
- End of flowering (when 95% of the flowers have faded)
- No flowering
When and Where

When To Look
- Can be seen all year round
- Starts flowering in summer
Where To Look
- Coastal areas of NSW including cliffs and down to beach level
- Commonly planted in urban gardens
What Else?

Similar Species

Creeping Myoporum (Myoporum parvifolium) has thicker, broader leaves and flowers March - May and September - November.
Trails: Randwick Coastal Walkway NSW, Randwick Environmental Park NSW
Species Region: Australia