Callistemon linearifolius (Link) DC. APNI* 
Description: Shrub c. 3–4 m high.
Leaves linear to linear-lanceolate, mostly 8–10 cm long and 5–7 mm wide, rarely up to 14 cm long and 12 mm wide, apex acute, margins thickened, lateral veins distinct.
Spikes usually 9–10 cm long, c. 50 mm diam., not leafy; rachis pubescent at flowering. Filaments red. Capsules c. 7 mm diam.
Flowering: spring–summer.
Distribution and occurrence: Grows in dry sclerophyll forest on the coast and adjacent ranges, chiefly from Georges R. to the Hawkesbury R.
NSW subdivisions: NC, CC
Threatened species: NSW BCA: Vulnerable
This species is considered data-deficient by Saving our Species (SoS, DPIE) which means a conservation project cannot be developed for it. Visit their website and contact SoS if you have additional information.
Text by R. D. Spencer & P. F. Lumley
Taxon concept: Flora of NSW 2 (1991)
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