Pimelea ligustrina

Physical Characteristics

Pimelea ligustrina is an evergreen Shrub growing to 2.5 m (8ft 2in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9. It is in leaf all year. The species is dioecious (individual flowers are either male or female, but only one sex is to be found on any one plant so both male and female plants must be grown if seed is required).. The plant is not self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid and neutral soils and can grow in very acid soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.

Distribution

Australia - New South Wales, South Australia, Tasmania, Victoria.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Sunny Edge;

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known