Native Trees

Slender small delicate shrub/small ornamental tree, with fine leaves and pale yellow flowers. 2-5m.

Large tree with dense foliage, creamy yellow and sweet scented flowers. Useful for shade, windbreaks revegetation and rural property plantings. 10-20m

Spectacular and hardy ornamental wattle in both flower and foliage. Attractive green-grey leaves with showy bright yellow flowers. Useful for filling and screening. 4-7m.

Hardy, shapely and fast growing small to medium wattle with prolific blooms of showy pale yellow cylindrical flowers. Suitable for in filling, screening/shade and revegetation. 4-10m

Delicate slender wattle, endemic to the Top End. Pendulous foliage, pale yellow globular flowers and distinctive fine foliage. Useful for gardens, rockeries or infilling. 3-6m

Small pretty wattle with rounded bright yellow globular flowers. Useful for garden beds, rockeries, infilling and revegetation. 1-3m

Medium ornamental shade tree featuring bright red beads, useful for making soap & jewellery. 3-10M

Large Top End feature tree with unique broad bottle-shaped trunk, deciduous, white flowers. 5-15m.

Medium decorative feature shrub or small tree with layered growth. Cream, strongly scented flowers borne in small clusters along the branches. Attracts birds and butterflies. Tasty edible shiny bright red fruit, cyclone resistant. Excellent filler and screening tree. 4-10m

Very large spreading feature tree. Hardy, fast growing with impressive shade. Highly scented white flowers. After several years establishing performs well with little water. Deciduous. 10-15m

Very large spreading feature tree. Hardy, fast growing with impressive shade. Highly scented reddish pink and creamish golden colored flowers. After several years establishing performs well with little water. Deciduous. 18-30m.

One of the Top End’s most Impressive large cyclone and termite resistant shade trees. Majestic dense evergreen canopy. Can live for over a hundred years. Important source of honey. Non invasive roots. 15-20m

Large spreading deciduous rainforest tree, providing splendid shade in bloom. Butterfly & bird attractant, fragrant small white flowers. Termite resistant. 5-15m.

One of the most popular and common large cyclone resistant shade trees in the Top End. Very handsome and stately feature tree. Bird attractant, sweetly scented cream flowers & distinctive corky bark. 10-20m

Hardy evergreen tree with beautiful pink to purple flowers. Native to South America but naturalised in the NT. Sweet cashew apple edible raw or processed into fruit drinks or liquor, and used for jams and lollies. Cashew nut is toxic raw and requires heat treatment. 5-10m

Handsome medium sized showy shrub/small tree with beautifully scented foliage. Magnificent large bright yellow globular flowers with unique seed pods. 1-3m

Small stately tree with fine delicate weeping and beautifully scented foliage. Bright showy yellow/orange globular flowers in numerous seed pods along branches. Crushed leaves smell like natural menthol, useful for coughs and colds. 2-5m

Small slender tree with attractive pendulous foliage, long drooping cream-white flowers and unique papery winged fruits. A desirable small waterwise garden shrub or tree. Host plant for the Wattle or Miskin’s Blue Butterfly.

Decorative small tree to medium feature shrub. Beautiful bright yellow large distinctive flowers which can be licked or sucked for nectar. Green-white holly shaped leaves, bird attractant. 3-7m.

Impressive large shrub to small tree with handsome form. Becomes covered with bright red pendulous droops of stunning flowers, followed by profusion of four-angled or winged fruit. Mostly 3-5m shrub but can grow into larger tree.

Hardy, drought tolerant tree with pendulous branches, attractive small butterfly shaped foliage and velvety pink tubular flowers. Rich in nectar for birds, butterflies and bees and protein source for cattle. 5-10m

Medium to large decorative shade tree, cyclone resistant, small bright red bursts of flowers, large boat shaped seed pods, changing from green to black when ripe. Seeds edible when roasted to remove dangerous irritant hairs. 5-15m

Small to medium sized deciduous woodland tree related to the commercial mango, with abundant green edible plum like fruit. Hardy species, prized as a food plant and amongst the tastiest NT bush tucker. 4-10m

Erect slender evergreen medium sized shade tree, attractive and densely foliated, cream flowers, bird & butterfly attractant, small sweet tasty edible fruit. 8-12m

Distinctive Top End pine tree with cone shaped form and lovely delicate bluey green/grey foliage. Very hardy large tree with aromatic timber. Timber and bark distilled to make Blue Cypress oil, with a sweet woody and herbaceous aroma. 10-18m

One of the more common large cyclone resistant shade trees across Darwin parks and gardens. Large ornamental feature tree with shady evergreen glossy canopy. Hardy, bird attractant, cyclone & termite resistant, dense with white cream fragrant showy flowers. 15-25m.

Large ornamental feature tree with shady evergreen glossy canopy. Hardy, bird attractant, cyclone & termite resistant, dense with white cream fragrant showy flowers. More slender leaves than Beauty Leaf. 15-25m.

Large feature tree with shady evergreen glossy canopy. Hardy, bird attractant, cyclone & termite resistant, dense with white cream fragrant showy flowers. Found in riparian and monsoon vine forest. 10-12m

Shapely shade tree. Flowers yellow, green or white. Common local species in Northern Australia and found along stream banks or in rainforest. Cream bark and edible seeds. 15-25m

Impressive ornamental freshwater mangrove tree with masses of small red edible fruit. Naturally occurs on the margins of streams and swamps, in coastal vine thickets and monsoon forests. 5-12m.

Large accent she-oak tree, slender green twig foliage, found across coastal Darwin. 35m.

Small fruiting tree with edible fleshy red fruits. Found in vine forest and along creek lines and coastal dunes. Unusual three-veined leaves. 4-10m

Lovely colourful medium sized shrub, with green-red leaves. Attractive dark purple fruit with white showy perfumed flowers. Butterfly attractant. 2-4M

Deciduous small ornamental shrub/tree with showy large yellow edible flowers which taste like butter and are used in Asian salads. Unique fruits filled with dense white fibre. 3-7m

Splendid spreading tree with clusters of large trumpet shaped bright orange flowers. Heart shaped glossy leaves. Useful as small screening tree. 5-10m

Superb, stately, drought tolerant shade tree. Bird attractant, highly perfumed cream flowers, termite resistant. 8-15m..

Attractive medium sized tree, large shiny leaves and huge impressive bursts of white, pink or red flower buds with decorative large woody fruits. Seeds and chaff are shaken from the pods and eaten raw. 8-12m.

Moderate sized tree with dense glossy evergreen canopy. Lovely strong aromatic scent from bark, fruit and crushed leaves resembling a mixture of apricots and coconut. 5-15m

Unique decorative waterwise woodland tree. Dense weeping foliage, attractive pale yellow fruits and red seeds. 4-10m.

Medium to large hardy evergreen shrub/tree. Can be pruned as attractive screening bush 5-7M, with dense glossy green leaves and masses of impressive fruit turning orange to red when ripe. Can grow into a tree 8-15m but also flowers and fruits as a shrub.

Small compact tree with dense lush dark green foliage and edible fruit that leave a dry taste in the mouth. Excellent small filling, screening tree for urban and rural gardens. 3-5m

Excellent hardy evergreen tree. Can be pruned as attractive screening bush or large shrub, with dense glossy green leaves and masses of impressive yellow fruit, turning red to black. Tolerates sandy soils. 5-8M

An attractive medium sized shrub/tree with light green dense leaves, Pretty tri-cornered pinkish papery winged capsule pods turning brown when ripe, containing small round black seeds. 6m

Small spectacular red flowering deciduous tree with bat-winged shaped leaves. A showy ornamental useful for screening, accent & feature planting. 5-8m

Common Top End native woodland tree, creamy bottle brush flowers and large flat pods. Slightly sweet sap tastes like commercial toffee. 10-15m.

Large attractive evergreen white gum with profuse white flowers through dry season and build up. Hardy and adaptable but prefers moist habitats. 10-18m

Attractive medium sized NT salmon gum with enormous triangular leaves, white grey bark shedding to brilliant salmon-pink and profuse bursts of white flowers. 10-20m

Beautiful shapely and hardy small gum with handsome form, lovely salmon orange bark green-grey foliage and cream flowers. 3-8m.

Large eucalyptus tree, common Darwin bushland native, wooly bark at trunk base becoming smooth higher towards crown. Showy orange or scarlet flowers. Very hardy. Seeds and chaff are shaken from the pods and eaten raw. 15-25m.

Beautiful small to medium feature eucalypt with lovely yellow orange flakey bark and incredible display of beautiful bursting orange flowers. Bird attractant. 7-12m.

Medium sized hardy woodland tree, common Darwin bushland native, rough stringy bark, cream or white flowers. 9-18m.

Regarded as one of the more attractive gum trees of the Top End, distinct in its smooth pale orange to creamy-pink bark which turns a brilliant salmon colour. Very hardy and adaptable to many kinds of well drained soils. 5-10m.

Beautiful small ornamental tree with large bursts of showy white fragrant flowers through most of the year. Requires deep rich soils. Suited to rural and urban gardens. 4-8m

Small to medium handsome fig with pendulous slender foliage and edible fruit. Attractive shade, feature and screening tree. 5-10m

Enormous spreading feature fig tree with edible fruit, long fibrous aerial roots and dark glossy leaves. To 30m.

Graceful medium sized termite resistant shade and screening tree. Shiny bright green foliage with bright orange-red sweet edible fruit. 10-15 m

Attractive small hardy and evergreen ornamental shrub. Tiny white fragrant flowers. Pink, juicy and sweet honey flavoured translucent fruits which make a delicious flavoured jam. Host tree for the Canopus swallowtail butterfly. 2-4M

Small, slender and hardy tree with edible seeds, lime green leaves and attractive delicate pink flowers. Seeds are extracted from pods and eaten raw. 2-4m

Splendid small tree with slender form and large sprays of delicate and showy pink/red flowers. Seeds are taken from the pod and eaten. Pretty tree for parkscapes, streetscapes, rural properties and urban gardens. 5-7m

Fast growing and hardy feature tree with showy bright orange flowers and silvery fern leaves. Delicious sweet nectar is licked, sucked or used to make a sweet drink. Bird attractant. 5-8m.

Medium sized deciduous tree with glossy new growth and papery winged seed capsules falling to the ground like spiralling helicopters. Very hardy and effective revegetation species. 6-10m

Hardy and attractive rounded tropical shrub or tree with showy yellow flowers and rich dense green foliage. Tolerates high wind, salt spray and poor drainage. Useful feature tree for filling, shade, screening and windbreak. 5-8m

Hardy and attractive rounded tropical shrub or tree with showy yellow flowers and rich maroon-green leaves. Useful feature and accent tree for filling, shade, screening and windbreak. Up to 10 m tall

Attractive medium sized parkscape, rural and urban planting with edible white seed in red fruit with mild coconut taste. Fragrant flowers, useful for screening and shade. 10-15m. 

Beautiful tall understory shrub. Dense foliage and profuse showy white flowers with a strong, sweet perfume that lingers in the early morning and evening. Seeds eaten raw but can make tongue dry in excess. Feature garden beds, borders and screening. 2-5m

Graceful medium sized screening, feature and accent tree with attractive trunk and weeping foliage. Frog attractant, cyclone resistant. 3-9m.

Medium sized stately tree with attractive orange to red flaky bark and cream flowers. 7-10m

Very popular, unique and attractive flowering tree native to tropical North Queensland and the Torres Strait. Dense weeping form with new leaves released in a spectacular cascade of white foliage. Bright bursts of large white heavily scented fruity-smelling flowers. 10–12 m

One of the most popular large cyclone resistant shade trees in the Top End. Beautiful large spreading evergreen tree, excellent specimen for screening, shade and windbreaks. Suitable for planting around parks and playgrounds, and on rural and large urban properties. Bird & butterfly attractant, fragrant flowers, termite & cyclone resistant. 10-25m.

Small and pretty native ornamental tree/shrub with elongated cylindrical orange to red fruit. Sweet tasting and edible. 2-10m

Majestic medium sized shade tree, with attractive and aromatic silvery foliage and cream-green fragrant flowers. Foliage used to flavour meat. Bird & frog attractant. 10-20m.

Majestic medium sized shade tree, with attractive weeping light green foliage and showy bursts of cream flowers, from which the nectar is sucked. Thick, white, papery bark. Common in parks and on roadsides. Bird & frog attractant. 10-20m.

Small feature tree with open canopy, papery bark and spikes of cream, yellow, green or red flowers which are licked for sweet nectar or used in sweet drinks. 5-10m

Attractive shade and screening tree with rounded form, dense glossy leaves and pink/white/purple highly perfumed flowers. Butterfly attractant. 5-10m

Rare and elegant large shade tree with wonderful form and dark green dense foliage providing excellent shade. Fragrant cream flowers with bright red small round fruits. Bird attractant. Termite, cyclone resistant and salt spray tolerant. 10-15m.

Elegant medium streetscape and accent tree with attractive rounded form and dark green dense foliage providing excellent shade. Fragrant cream flowers, bright red orange edible fruits, termite & cyclone resistant. Commonly seen across Darwin as streetscape planting. 5-8m.

Very attractive shade tree with layered branches and impressive form. Dark green glossy leaves and lovely yellow green fruit encasing bright red seeds. Useful for screening, feature plantings and shade. Kernel ground and used as nutmeg. Bird attractant and cyclone resistant. 8-13m.

Impressive tall spreading tree with unique layered horizontal branching and large glossy leaves. Yellow/white heavily scented flowers on stunning orange globular heads. Excellent shade and feature tree. Edible fruit. Semi-deciduous. 10-20m

Impressive small clumping pandanus with stunning architectural form. Seeds are extracted from fruit, roasted and eaten. Useful for feature gardens, rockeries, filling and screening. Attractive yellow globular fruits. 3-5m

Iconic multi-branched NT pandanus palm. Distinctive spiralling leaves and large fragrant woody fruits. Roasted kernel, new fronds and fruits are eaten. Useful for filling, screening and feature planting. 3-7m

Colourful and hardy medium feature tree, dark green attractive leaves and spectacular blooms of cascading yellow flowers. Common Darwin shade, street and rural planting. 10-12m.

A favoured NT native fruit, eaten raw or dried and stored. Slender small hardy shrub or tree with bright pink red new growth and impressive yellow flowers. 3-5m

Small hardy evergreen understory tree with dense foliage and bright orange fruits. Useful for infilling, revegetation, screening and windbreaks on rural properties. 3-6m

Small deciduous tree with beautiful distinctive large pink and white flowers. Outer fleshy fruit edible, and important medicinal plant with antibacterial qualities. 5-10m

Stunning medium sized feature and accent tree, with dense dark green weeping leaves and attractive rounded form. Yellow-green flowers, orange fruit. Attractant species for the Graphium, Pale Blue Triangle Butterfly. 3-15m.

Related to Indian Mast Tree but with more rounded form and wider traditional tree canopy. Slender wavy dark green glossy foliage, excellent dense shade. Stunning medium sized feature and accent tree. 5-15m

Large spreading shrub to small tree with finely hairy leaves and huge clusters of cream white flowers presenting in a large horizontal platter, culminating in black berries. Wood favoured for fire sticks. 2-3m

Medium sized native cashew tree with dense shady spreading canopy, shapely specimen which closely resembles mango tree. Nut like orange fruit requires special treatment, sap can cause skin irritation.

Handsome medium sized screening and feature tree with showy bright red fruit and edible black seeds which taste like raw peanuts. Useful ornamental, filling and screening tree. Bird attractant, cyclone resistant. 5-15m

Attractive medium sized evergreen tree with cream bark, dense shiny foliage and masses of white flowers and small white edible fruits. Very common Darwin streetscape planting. Bird attractant, cyclone resistant, shade, edible fruit. 8-12m

Small to moderate sized tree with spreading canopy, large oval leaves, dense shade and showy white flowers. Useful for filling and screening. Edible large white fruit with dry sharp apple taste. 5-10m.

Very attractive small tree with beautiful form, dense dark green foliage contrasting with the profusion of cream flowers and bright pink/red edible fruits which cover the tree. Useful landscaping, streetscape and feature garden planting. Bird attractant. 5-8m.

Beautiful large shade tree, lovely reddish bark and dark green foliage with masses of showy white flowers and large edible white fruit. Bird attractant, cyclone resistant, termite resistant. 12-25m.

Large feature tree with attractive shiny leaves and buttress roots. Bursts of white flowers, with purple edible fruit. Crushed leaves have pleasant fragrance. 15-20m

Handsome evergreen medium shade tree. Bursts of large white flowers and sweet apple like fruit. Eaten when ripe and pink and very tasty compared to other Bush Apples. Pinyama is one of the most highly regarded Tiwi bush tucker foods. 10-12m.

Handsome medium sized shade tree with large glossy leaves, white flowers and very large edible red apple like fruit. 10-15m.

Large evergreen shade and specimen tree, dense green grey foliage, tangy edible fruit eaten raw or used in cooking. Useful for shade, parks and rural properties. Very common Darwin streetscape planting. 10- 15m

Small compact and pretty evergreen tree with dense glossy foliage useful for screening and mixed native plantings . Endangered in the NT, known only from small monsoon rainforest patches on Tiwi Islands. 4-5 m

Medium sized spreading deciduous tree with tasty edible green fruit when ripe. Sap is eaten when fresh or softened over coals. 6-10m

Large attractive ornamental tree with layered branching providing excellent shade. Found across Africa, Northern Australia and along beaches of Bali. 15m.

Small to medium semi-deciduous spreading bushland tree with pale green fruit, cream flowers and large oval leaves. The fruit is the world’s highest known natural source of Vitamin C. Commercially harvested for its culinary uses including gourmet bush condiments like jams, chutneys and pickles. Sap is eaten like bush toffee. 5-7m

Graceful, decorative large spreading tree with layered branches, highly scented flowers and tasty sweet edible fruits. Excellent Top End native shade tree. Common urban & rural streetscape and parkland planting. Bird, butterfly attractant, edible fruit. 10-20m.

Tall riverine tree with attractive large leaves, layered form and purple ripe sweet edible fruit. Sap chewed or sucked like toffee. 5-10m

Medium sized compact tree with graceful and attractive form. White heavily scented tube shaped flowers and unique green-brown edible fruit. 8-12m

Beautiful small to medium decorative feature tree, with profusion of impressive clustered yellow flowers, followed by small yellow pods. 10m