Botanical Name
Hemiandra pungens
Common Name
Snake Plant
Description
Hemiandra pungens is a spreading groundcover with fine evergreen foliage and masses of delicate mauve flowers from spring to summer. A hardy and adaptable plant that performs best in full sun and well-drained soil. Ideal for rockeries, pots, hanging baskets and as a flowering groundcover attracting native bees and butterflies.
Plant Category
Ground Covers
Size (H x W)
20-40 cm × 50 cm-1 m
Habitat
Hemiandra pungens naturally occurs in south-west Western Australia, where it grows in well-drained soils in open sunny to lightly shaded positions. A hardy species with good frost tolerance once established.
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