Bursaria spinosa ssp. lasiophylla
This is the first time since the fire that we’ve seen this plant bloom in our forest. Its flowers are visited by a number of beetles, flies and butterflies, including Bright Copper. Caterpillars of the latter butterfly feed on the leaves and form a symbiotic relationship with ants. The caterpillars are guarded by the ants as they feed, while the pupae live in chambers in the soil constructed by the ants.

Polyscias sambucifolia
We have just a few plants of this low shrub in the forest, but it has become more widespread since the fire. It has an unusual leaf form and flower and the small fruit is quite attractive, as well as being edible.