Xanthosia tasmanica

Southern Xanthosia

Weakly erect, sparsely hairy perennial herb.

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.