Amperea xiphoclada|Broom Spurge
Cardinia indigenous plant guide
- Description
- Stiffly erect subshrub with rigid angular stems.
- Size (W x H)
- 0.3-0.8m x 0.4-0.5m
- Leaves
- Often leafless, when present narrow lower leaves to 15mm, upper leaves scale-like.
- Flowers
- Male and female flowers on separate plants. Clusters of tiny flowers.
- Flower colour
- Cream and brown
- Flower time
- September to February
- Growing conditions
- Moist soil, often sandy, in heaths and woodlands. Full sun or semi shade.
- Commonly used for
- Interesting foliage plant for rockeries or underplanting, especially in lighter soils. Looks good mass planted.
- Available at indigenous nursery
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- Acknowledgement
- Thank you to Shire of Yarra Ranges for assistance in compiling this directory
