Leptomeria acida
R.Br.
Native Currant
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Description
Leptomeria acida is a SHRUB growing to 3 m (9ft 10in). The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.
Edible Uses
The greenish succulent but very acid fruit is about 5mm in diameter.
Distribution
Australia - New South Wales.
Where It Grows
Coming Soon
Cultivation
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