Astroloma humifusum

Cranberry Heath

Dense spreading mat plant.

Additional information

• FamilyEricaceae
• StoreyLower storey
• Size10-50 cm x 1-1.5 m
• Plant groupingHerbs & Groundcovers <1m
• LeavesSmall narrow prickly leaves 5-18 mm x 0.6-3 mm.
• Flower colourBright red
• Flowering timeMost of the year especially winter.
• FlowersTubular flowers usually singly along the branches. Round green fruit is edible.
• Bird attractingNectar, berries
• Butterfly attractingNo
• Frog habitatNo
• Growing conditionsWell drained dryer soils, tolerating dry periods once established. Grows in open forest. Frost tolerant. Full sun, semi shade.
• Garden useA low plant, attractive in flower, for rockeries, underplanting trees, on embankments. Responds to pruning although generally dense.
• Commercially availableAustralian plant & indigenous nurseries
• Conservation statusScattered within the Shire. Widespread in Victoria.
• Aboriginal Use Food

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