Tetragonia tetragonoides

Warrigal greens

Aizoaceae

Description:

Succulent, fast-growing herbaceous groundcover forming a dense, compact mat. Common on moist coastal headlands, dunes, and tidal areas. Leaves are edible once cooked to remove oxalates. Also known as New Zealand Spinach.

Special Features:

Good slope-binding plant

Natural Habitat:

Seacoast, Tidal Wetland

Tree/Shrub Height:

Aspect:

Full Sun

Soil/Conditions:

Sandy

Flower Colour:

Yellow

Tetragonia tetragonoides - Warrigal greens

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