Kennedia prostrata

Running Postman

Open to dense trailing or matting shrub, young growth hairy.

Additional information

• FamilyFabaceae
• StoreyLower storey
• SizeProstrate x 1-2.5 m
• Plant groupingHerbs & Groundcovers <1m
• LeavesLeaves divided into 3 crinkly, roundish blue-green leaflets 6-35 mm x 6-35 mm, hairy below, tips often notched. Heart-shaped stipules at base of leaves.
• Flower colourScarlet
• Flowering timeApril to December
• Flowers1-2 pea flowers on long stalks, along branches. Downy pods to 50 mm long.
• Bird attractingNectar, insects
• Butterfly attractingBoth food for caterpillars and nectar for butterflies.
• Frog habitatNo
• Growing conditionsWell drained soils in open grassy areas of drier forests and woodlands. Tolerates light frosts. Full sun to semi shade.
• Garden useAttractive ground cover with well displayed flowers. Useful on embankments, in hanging baskets or trailing over large planters. Pruning is beneficial. Tolerates dry soils once established.
• Commercially availableAustralian plant & indigenous nurseries
• Conservation statusLocally common within its preferred growing conditions
• Aboriginal Use Food - nectar in flowers; Twine - stems

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