Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Rosaceae

Genus:

Acaena

Species:

Acaena minor var. antarctica

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Subshrub

Height:

10 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

jan,feb,dec

Bloom Colors:

green, brown

Ground Cover:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

ground-nesting birds

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days

Germination Time:

14–30 days

Notes:

Seeds require light for germination. Cool temperatures preferred.

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