Sapindaceae

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Spreading shrub, usually 2 m high, sometimes 4m. Dark green, pinnate leaves with 3-8 leaflet pairs. Inconspicuous flowers in groups of 2-3 in leaf axils. Seeds with 4 papery wings (10-20 mm long), maturing pink or purplish-red.

Hilly areas on shallow sandy soils. Well-drained soils. Prefers dappled shade to full sun. Prefers 300-450 mm rainfall in the Riverina region. Frost hardy and tolerates extended dry periods.

Collect seed Nov-Apr. Propagate from seed or cuttings. Fast growth rate. Available from specialist nurseries.

Very decorative and well-known in cultivation. Useful low-level cover in windbreaks due to multi-stemmed growth. Four-angled fruits are colourful and attractive. Prune lightly to promote bushiness.