Additional information

• FamilyCelastraceae (syn. Stackhousiaceae)
• StoreyLower storey
• Size10-30 cm x 10-30 cm
• Plant groupingHerbs & Groundcovers <1m
• LeavesNarrow erect pointed dark green leaves 10-30 mm x 1-3 mm, often scattered along stem.
• Flower colourCream
• Flowering timeAugust to January
• FlowersCandle-like terminal spike of single small tubular flowers. Flowers perfumed, especially at night.
• Bird attractingNo
• Butterfly attractingNectar for butterflies
• Frog habitatNo
• Growing conditionsMoist to dryish well drained soils in open forests and woodlands. Frost tolerant. Semi-shade.
• Garden useUsually not noticed until it flowers. Can form spreading patches. Attractive for small gardens, cottage gardens and rockeries.
• Commercially availableAustralian plant & indigenous nurseries
• Conservation statusLocally common within its preferred growing conditions

Photo Gallery

Photographer/s: 1 Marilyn Bull ©; 2 Yarra Ranges Council photo library; 3 Barry Sheffield ©; 4 David Francis, NatureShare ©

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