Haloragaceae

n/a

Aquatic or fully emergent perennial herb rooting at nodes, with trailing stems to about 2 m long, erect stems to about 20 cm high and inconspicuous flowers.

Still or slow-moving freshwater to 1 m deep, stems extend into deeper water. Also in damp areas around lakes and swamps. Prefers 300 to 500 mm rainfall in the Riverina region.

Collect early Dec-mid Mar. Propagate from cuttings, seed, or division of layered stems.

Useful for dams. Attractive ornamental for garden ponds.