Leptostigma reptans

Dwarf Nertera

Spreading, coarsely hairy perennial herb, rooting at leaf nodes, often forming dense mats.

Additional information

• SynonymNertera reptans, Coprosma reptans
• FamilyRubiaceae
• StoreyLower storey
• SizeProstrate x 40 cm
• Plant groupingHerbs & Groundcovers <1m
• LeavesBroad leaves 4-14 mm x 2-10 mm, margins fringed.
• Flower colourCream
• Flowering timeNovember to January.
• FlowersSingle small tubular flowers at ends of branches, between pairs of leaves, calyx 2-lobed. Tiny leathery egg-shaped red fruit.
• Bird attractingNo
• Butterfly attractingNo
• Frog habitatNo
• Growing conditionsMoist to wet soil in moist mountain forests. Dappled to full shade.
• Garden useMatting plant edging water areas in cool shady sites.
• Commercially availableNo information available
• Conservation statusLocally common within its preferred growing conditions

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