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Waratah / ˌ w ɒ r ə ˈ t ɑː / is a north-western residential suburb of Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia, 6 kilometres (3.7 mi) from Newcastle's central business district and bounded to the north by the Main North railway line. [7] Waratah station was opened in 1858 and is served by NSW TrainLink's Hunter line. [8]
The waratah (Telopea) is an Australian-endemic genus of five species of large shrubs or small trees, native to the southeastern parts of Australia (New South Wales, Victoria, and Tasmania). The best-known species in this genus is Telopea speciosissima, which has bright red flowers and is the New South Wales (NSW) state emblem.
The beautiful waratah is not only the NSW floral emblem, it's also one of the best-known Australian native plants. This iconic Australian bush flower can be found on sandstone ridges around Sydney, in nearby mountain ranges and on the NSW South Coast.
THE WARATAH is one of Australia’s most iconic flowers, and while it comes in many different forms, Telopea speciosissima, more commonly known as the New South Wales waratah, is the most recognisable.
Jan 12, 2022 · Waratahs are a cherished member of Australia’s native flora. Stephanie Chen, Author provided. The genome sequence paves the way for the waratah to serve as a model for understanding how plant...
Aug 31, 2019 · The waratah flower is a cultural symbol, adorning Australiana ranging from stamps to the state flag of New South Wales. Because it was so common, it helped play a role in developing a colonial...
Telopea speciosissima, commonly known as the New South Wales waratah or simply waratah, is a large shrub in the plant family Proteaceae. It is endemic to New South Wales in Australia. No subspecies are recognised; the closely related Telopea aspera was classified as a separate species in 1995.
The waratah is the official floral emblem of the state of New South Wales. It is well known for its crimson coloured flowers, which bloom from September to November.
The waratah (Telopea speciosissima) is possibly the most famous of Australia’s native plants, being widely cultivated for the cut flower market both in Australia and overseas, but there are many other related plants also worthy of wide cultivation.
Aug 29, 2008 · Recognised by most as the crimson coloured floral emblem of New South Wales, the waratah is an Aboriginal word meaning beautiful. The botanical name, Telopea, is derived from the Greek 'telopos' meaning 'seen from a distance,' a reference to the fact that the flowers stand out like a beacon in the bush.
