Uses: A ornamental but hardy small to medium shrub. Tolerates moderate coastal exposure and calcareous soils. Can be planted as a shade tree, wind-break or screen in wider street verges and nature strips. Attracts nectar eating birds and insects. Requires well drained soils.
Cultural use: Indigenous peoples used nearly every part of this genus in their day-to-day lives. Fibre and bark for clothing and swaddling babies, drinks made from the nectar, wood and stems for implements and to construct shelters.
Note: Although this species is not classified under the Sewerage Act, it is recommended that it not be planted closer than 3.5 metres to any sewer main or connection.