Swamp Banksia grows in coastal areas from north Queensland to the New South Wales south coast. It is often found in areas which are seasonally inundated.

It is a spreading shrub to 2.5m, although can get a little larger in cultivation. It has very large, leathery tough green leaves with serrated margins. The new growth is colourful, with shades of red and brown with a dense felt-like covering of brown hairs.

Botanical name: Banksia robur