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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
Photographer/s: 1, 4 Marilyn Bull ©; 2, 3 Peter Kinchington ©

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