2nd January - Gonocarpus tetragynus - Common Raspwort

Gonocarpus tetragynus

Description:
Erect perennial herb 15-30 cm high. The name raspwort is inappropriately in Australia since most species are quite soft.

Flowering:
Flowers October to January.

Threats:
Can easily be overgrown by more vigorous species. It also seems to fall victim to fungal attacks.

Management:
Does reasonably well in a properly managed bush garden.