Xanthosia tasmanica

Southern Xanthosia

Weakly erect, sparsely hairy perennial herb.

Additional information

• FamilyApiaceae
• StoreyLower storey
• Size15-20 cm high
• Plant groupingHerbs & Groundcovers <1m
• LeavesLeaves 4-15 mm x 15-30 mm, divided into 3 to 5 elliptic segments; stalks 2-30 mm long.
• Flower colourWhite
• Flowering timeSeptember to December
• FlowersClusters of 1-3 tiny flowers opposite leaves, either stalkless or shortly stalked.
• Bird attractingNo
• Butterfly attractingNo
• Frog habitatNo
• Growing conditionsMoist sandy soil in heathland. Semi shade.
• Garden useRelatively insignificant herb which can be grown amongst other small herbs.
• Commercially availableNever
• Conservation statusRare in Victoria with few known populations. Known from one site in the south of the Shire.

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