Native Plants of Preston River Valley
The Preston River Valley is home to a rich tapestry of native plant life, shaped by the unique soils, waterways, and changing seasons of the South West. From towering trees and delicate wildflowers to hardy shrubs and ground covers, the local flora plays a vital role in supporting the region’s biodiversity and natural beauty.
This page is a celebration of the plants that thrive here. Whether you’re a nature lover, a local resident, or simply curious about what grows in the valley, you’ll find a collection of species that reflect the character and resilience of this special landscape.
Book Trigger Plant
Stylidium calcaratum
Boronia
Boronia spathulata
Brown Pea
Bossiaea eriocarpa
Butterfly Orchid
Caladenia lobata
Coral Vine
Kennedia coccinea
Cotton Head
Conostylus setigera
Cowslip Orchid
Caladenia flava
Diplolaena
Diplolaena drummondi
Dwarf Burchadia
Burchardia multiflora
Flame Pea
Chorizema cordatum
Large Thomasia
Thomasia grandiflora
Milkmaids in Slender Balga
Burchardia umbellata
Native Clemitis
Clematis pubescens
Native Gerbra
Trichocline spathulata
Orianthea
Orionthera serpyllifolia
Prickly Hakea
Hakea amplexicaulis
Purple Enamel Orchid
Elythranthera brunonis
Purple Flag
Patersonia occidentalis
Purple Pansy Orchid
Diuris longifolia
Rainbow Sundew
Drosera D. macrantha
Red Beak Orchid
Pyrorchis nigricans
Royal Robe
Scaevola calliptera
Swan River Myrtle
Swishbush, Native Broom
Viminaria juncea
Tree Hovea
Hovea elliptica
Tassel Flower
Leucopogon verticillatus
Kangaroo Paw
Anigozanthos manglesii
White Candles
Stackhousia monogyna
Balga
Xanthorrheoea
Zamia palm
Macrozamia riedlei
Trigger plant
Stylidium
Scented Banjine
Pimelea suaveolens
Snotty gobble
Persoonia longifolia
Promote Preston acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land, the Kaniyang and Wiilman people of the Noongar Boodjar and their continuing connection to the land, waters and community.