Native Currant
Leptomeria acida
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Basic Information
Family: Santalaceae
Genus: leptomeria
Plant ID (slug): leptomeria-acida
Numeric ID: 23094
USDA Hardiness: Coming soon
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Physical Characteristics
Leptomeria acida is a SHRUB growing to 3 m (9ft 10in). The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.
Distribution
Australia - New South Wales.
Habitats
Woodland Garden Sunny Edge;
Edible Uses
The greenish succulent but very acid fruit is about 5mm in diameter[265].
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Leptomeria acida Native Currant
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