Haloragis heterophylla

Varied Raspwort

Slender erect perennial herb, hooked hairs on 4-ribbed stems, spreading from underground stems.

Additional information

• FamilyHaloragaceae
• StoreyLower storey
• Size15-50 cm high
• Plant groupingHerbs & Groundcovers <1m
• LeavesLeaves variable, rough, 1-3 cm long, opposite near base, scattered above, narrow, 3-pronged or divided.
• Flower colourRed
• Flowering timeSeptember to February
• Flowers1-3-flowered terminal spikes of tiny weeping flowers with tiny brown bracteoles below. Fruit 4-angled.
• Bird attractingNo
• Butterfly attractingNo
• Frog habitatNo
• Growing conditionsMoist soils in drainage lines and near watercourses. Full sun, semi shade. Restricted distribution within the Shire.
• Garden useBog gardens and beside water areas.
• Commercially availableWholesale only - order in advance
• Conservation statusSignificant within the Shire. Known from few local sites. More common outside the Shire boundary.

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