About
A small, evergreen subshrub from subtropical rainforest habitats in Queensland, Australia with broadly ovate, dark green leaves and small, white, open flowers in racemes. A botanical curiosity from a monotypic genus, suited to a warm, humid, frost-free glasshouse or tropical garden.
About the genus
Lomatium is a genus of plants encompassing species that may be herbaceous, shrubby, or woody. They are grown for their ornamental flowers, foliage, or fruit, and vary in hardiness and cultural requirements
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.