Gonocarpus humilis
Shade Raspwort
Low perennial herb with erect slightly 4-ribbed stems and soft hairs on stems and leaves.
Additional information
- FamilyHaloragaceae
- StoreyLower storey
- SizeProstrate-30 cm x 30-70 cm
- Plant groupingHerbs & Groundcovers <1m
- LeavesPairs of widely-spaced egg-shaped leaves 0.5-2.5 cm x 5-12 mm, with 10-15 small teeth.
- Flower colourYellow-green
- Flowering timeNovember to February
- FlowersTiny flowers in terminal spikes in axils of leafy bracts. 4 stamens opposite sepals, sometimes also 4 sterile stamens.
- Bird attractingNo
- Butterfly attractingNo
- Frog habitatYes
- Growing conditionsMoist soils in cool damp habitats. Dappled to semi-shade.
- Garden useMoist sheltered positions such as bog gardens.
- Commercially availableIndigenous nursery
- Conservation statusLocally common within its preferred growing conditions
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