Acaena novae-zelandiae|Bidgee-widgee
Cardinia indigenous plant guide
- Description
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Spreading matting plant, rooting from leaf nodes.
- Size (W x H)
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Prostrate x 1-4m
- Leaves
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Bright green oblong divided (pinnate) leaves to 40mm with 7-11 toothed leaflets which increase in size from bottom to top.
- Flowers
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Balls of small flowers on long stalks. Balls of reddish fruits to 25mm are covered in burrs.
- Flower colour
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Greenish-white
- Flower time
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October to January
- Growing conditions
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Widespread in moist to dry sites in clay and sandy soils. Full sun to full shade.
- Commonly used for
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Erosion control through soil binding. Ground cover assisting with moisture retention. Burrs stick to clothing but may restrict foot traffic.
- Available at indigenous nursery
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- Attracts birds
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- Attracts frogs
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- Photo gallery
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- Acknowledgement
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Thank you to Shire of Yarra Ranges for assistance in compiling this directory
