Pimelea prostrata
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Basic Information
Family: Thymelaeaceae
Genus: pimelea
Plant ID (slug): pimelea-prostrata
Numeric ID: 26370
USDA Hardiness: 8-11
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Pimelea prostrata is an evergreen Shrub growing to 0.1 m (0ft 4in) by 0.4 m (1ft 4in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9. It is in leaf all year, in flower from May to June. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). 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
New Zealand.
Habitats
Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Ground Cover; Cultivated Beds;
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Fruit Edible Uses: Fruit - raw or cooked[153, 173]. Up to 2mm in diameter[200]. The fruits can be fleshy or dry[200].
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Pimelea prostrata
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