Phylloglossum drummondii

Pygmy Clubmoss

Deciduous basal rosette growing from a whitish perennial tuber. Forms colonies, especially after fires.

FamilyLycopodiaceae
StoreyLower storey
Size1-5 cm high
Plant groupingFerns & Fern Allies
LeavesRosette of up to 10 narrow, fleshy grass-like leaves 1-2 cm long.
FlowersNon-flowering. Central erect fleshy white stalk to 4 cm long bears a terminal oval cone-like fruiting body.
Bird attractingNo
Butterfly attractingNo
Frog habitatNo
Growing conditionsWet peaty soil in heathy woodlands. Semi shade.
Garden useContainers.
Commercially availableNever
Conservation statusSignificant within the Shire. Known from very few local sites.