Australia's national floral emblem is the golden wattle (Acacia pycnantha Benth). When in flower, the golden wattle displays the national colours, green and gold. As one species of a large genus of flora growing across Australia, the golden wattle is a symbol of unity.
Wattles Acacia
The genus Acacia belongs to the family Mimosaceae and there are over 1000 species found all around Australia. This stunning plant produces vibrant yellow flowers from a young age. It's not surprising that the Golden Wattle (Acacia pycnantha) variety is the national flower of Australia.
Throughout August and September, gardens across Australia turn yellow in a sea of golden hues with Australia's national flower – the Golden Wattle.
Sydney has its own official flower – the Banksia ericifolia was officially adopted in 1992 as part of the sesqui celebrations of Council, serving as a symbol of Australia's oldest city.
The royal bluebell (Wahlenbergia gloriosa) was announced as the floral emblem for the Australian Capital Territory on 26 May 1982 by the Federal Minister for the Australian Capital Territory.
Among our best-loved symbols are the Australian National flag featuring the stars of the Southern Cross, the Union Jack and Commonwealth or Federation Star; our floral emblem, the fragrant golden wattle; the celebratory national colours of green and gold and our vibrant gemstone, the Australian opal.
Australia's national floral emblem is the golden wattle (Acacia pycnantha Benth.).
State flora: common heath
The pink common heath became Victoria's official floral emblem in 1958.
The Waratah (Telopea speciosissima) is the floral emblem of NSW, a large (10-12cm across) and spectacular scarlet flower growing in the bush in clumps of tall stems. The Waratah is protected by law.
Aussies such as Oscar-winner Nicole Kidman, singing and acting legend Olivia Newton-John and actor, singer, dancer and all-round good guy Hugh Jackman have long been household names worldwide for their talent, abilities and that affable, down-to-earth quality that comes from growing up down under.
The waratah is arguably the most beautiful and instantly recognisable of our native wildflowers. The bold, usually blood-red flower heads are held above striking foliage, shining like beacons in the bush during spring.
Of these species, 11 native fruits including bush tomato, Davidson's plum, desert lime, finger lime, Kakadu plum, lemon aspen, muntries, quandong, Tasmanian pepperberry, and Illawarra plum (Podocarpus elatus) have been commercially produced in Australia (Richmond, Bowyer, and Vuong 2019.
Australia is globally famous for its natural wonders, wide-open spaces, beaches, deserts, "The Bush", and "The Outback". Australia is one of the world's most highly urbanised countries; it's well known for its attractive mega cities such as Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Perth.
The Proteaceae family of flowering plants, including banksias, grevilleas and waratahs, are among Australia's most popular natives. A key characteristic of the Proteaceae family is that flower heads are made up of a number of small flowers.
He has one of the rarest plants in Australia - only one individual is known in the wild, the Ormeau Myrtle.
The Cooktown orchid became known as Queensland's floral emblem in 1959, during celebrations to mark the state's centenary.
Cherry blossoms (SAKURA) are Japan's unofficial national flower, formerly called tree flower (KONOHA).
A lovely first alternate for national flower
There was heated debate, but ultimately the waratah's bias towards coastal habitat – which meant it was only found on the east coast of Australia and Tasmania – led to its loss. However, in 1962 the flower was proclaimed the official floral emblem of New South Wales.
Floral emblem
The Tasmanian blue gum, Eucalyptus globulus Labill, was collected from the south-east coast of Tasmania in 1792-93 by the French naturalist J. J. H. de Labillardiere and was described and illustrated by him in 1799.
Welcome to the City of Melbourne. Wominjeka / Womindjeka means 'welcome' in the Woi-wurrung language of the Wurundjeri people and Boon Wurrung language of the Bunurong people of the Eastern Kulin.
Melbourne had many unofficial names in its first years, including Batmania, Barebrass, Bearport, Dutergalla, Bareheep and most popularly "the Settlement".
Roast lamb has been declared Australia's national dish in a major poll that shows we're still a country of meat eaters at heart.
Australian National Flag. Australian Defence Force ensign. Australian white ensign. Royal Australian Air Force ensign.
13. The Big Banana. Opened in 1964, the Big Banana was one of the first, and remains one of the most popular, Big Things in Australia. A 'you-can't-miss-it' position on the Pacific Highway in Coffs Harbour has aided the 'na-na's fame, but it is more than just an oversized piece of fruit for road-trippers to gawk at.