Mazus pumilio
Mazus pumilio R.Br.
Mazus pumilio is a prostrate, perennial herb native to eastern Australia, Tasmania, and New Zealand. It is often cultivated as an ornamental plant, particularly for use as a groundcover.
Description
Mazus pumilio, commonly called the swamp mazus, is a member of the Mazaceae family. It is found in the wild in New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania, and Victoria. This plant typically grows as a low-lying, spreading groundcover, forming wide patches. It was first described in 1810 by Robert Brown. The species is cultivated for its ornamental value and is well-suited for groundcover applications due to its compact and spreading growth habit.
Distribution
New South Wales · Queensland · South Australia · Tasmania · Victoria
