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Foliage:
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Simple, alternate, linear to lanceolate to elliptic, various shades of green.
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Flower:
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Solitary, stellate, axillary, pink.
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Fruit:
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A schizocarp with small brown seeds.
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Other features:
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Frost resistant. Aromatic leaves.
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Natural distribution:
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NSW and Vic. Temperate.
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Soils:
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Clay / sandy / moist. Needs drainage.
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Natural vegetation:
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Dry shady coastal with protection
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Landcare use:
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Versatile shrub.
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Propagation:
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Seed or semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer.
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Pests and diseases:
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Soil borne diseases.
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