There are several varieties of this endemic Banksia each with spherical fruit hence the name. The flower itself produces nectar which quickly changes colour until after a few days it is quite black. The reason for this is not yet known although many theories have been advanced. As with many Western Australian plants B. sphaerocarpa can be pollinated by insects, birds or small mammals.

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Banksia sphaerocarpa var caesia from Corrigin	Banksia sphaerocarpa from Badgingarra

W.A. Wild Flower Society tour: Corrigin Lookout 15th September 2007

Added on March 11th 2008, updated 21st October 2008, updated 3rd March 2010, updated 7th February 2014