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Centella cordifolia

Posted Sat, 08/05/2010 - 09:00 by BB
Common Names: 
Centella

Small_Centella_habit-100x100.JPGVigorous rhizomatous groundcover. Resembles Dichondra repens but the leaves are hairless and slightly scalloped on the edge. The flowers are only found by careful searching, being very small and green. They occur in clusters at the base of the plant's leaves.

Revegetation: 

This species provides a useful weed-suppressant layer in a wetland or damp position amid the more taller more upright semi-aquatic species.

Gardening Hints: 

This plant is a vigorous groundcover for damp places. It forms an attractive contrast with the narrow, upright foliage of rushes and sedges. I grow this species in a shallow drainage line taking stormwater from the roof.