Botanical name:

Kelleria dieffenbachii

Common name(s):

Alpine Kelleria

About:

A mat-forming plant characterised by its light green, scale-like leaves and clusters of delicate tiny flowers, which are borne sporadically during the vibrant spring and summer seasons. This interesting species is commonly found flourishing in subalpine and low alpine areas throughout New Zealand, from the Coromandel Peninsula in the north, extending all the way southward. This plant is particularly suitable for cultivation in rock gardens, especially when placed in a sunny, well-drained site where it can thrive and display its charm.

Natural habitat:

Rocky subalpine and low alpine areas

Growing environment:

Frost, Sun, Drought, Shade, Salt, Wetland, Wind, Coastal, Free draining tolerant.

Endemic distribution:

Throughout New Zealand from the Coromandel Peninsula south

Height: 25cm

Flowering: 

September – February with a white coloured flower/s 

Fruiting:

Uses:

Bird food / Attractant, Bee food & Riparian plantings.

How to grow:

Difficult. They are generally plants for the alpine enthusiast. Propagation by seed or division.

** Seed germinates without pre treatment. 4 weeks cold stratification will help speed this up though