Dichondra repens|Kidney-weed
Cardinia indigenous plant guide
- Description
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Dense creeping perennial herb spreading by roots from leaf nodes to form mats.
- Size (W x H)
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Prostrate
- Leaves
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Hairy kidney-shaped leaves 5-25mm x 5-30mm, often notched at the tip. Stalks 10-50mm long.
- Flowers
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Single tiny flowers on stalks 10-60mm long.
- Flower colour
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Green
- Flower time
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September to December
- Growing conditions
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Widespread in well drained soils in moist to dry forests. Frost tolerant. Partial to full shade.
- Commonly used for
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Excellent ground cover creating a dense mat in moist shady areas. Can be used as a grass alternative in light traffic areas.
- Available at indigenous nursery
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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
