Selliera

New Zealand’s Best Selliera Plants

Growing perennial plants delivers a vast range of benefits:

• They attract birds and bees
• Greater biodiversity is created
• Children can learn the plants and become more involved with nature
• They bring colour and vibrance to a space
• These plants will bring you pleasure for many years to come

We have a wide range of Remuremu plants of all sizes that are ready for their new home. We are here to help you find the right plant for your space. Choose from a wide variety of locally grown plants that have been propagated and bred to thrive in NZ’s climate. We stock only the highest quality plants, sourcing them from NZ’s leading nurseries. Each plant is packed and transported with extreme care, ensuring it arrives to you in the same condition it was in when it left the nursery. If you are wanting to buy Selliera, shop with confidence from the best in the industry.

Common questions about growing Selliera

1. What is the common name for Selliera radicans?

Selliera radicans has several common names, including:

• Remuremu: This is the Māori name for the plant, and it is the most common name used in New Zealand.
• Swampweed: This name is descriptive of the plant's habitat, which is often found in swamps and wetlands.
• Bonking grass: This name is thought to have originated from the fact that the plant's leaves are sticky and can sometimes stick to clothing.
• Half-star: This name is a reference to the shape of the plant's flowers, which are small and white with five petals.

In addition to these common names, Selliera radicans is also sometimes called:

• Australian swampweed: This name is used to distinguish the plant from other species of Selliera that are found in other parts of the world.
• Chilean swampweed: This name is used to distinguish the plant from other species of Selliera that are found in other parts of the world.

2. What is Selliera radicans Tiwai Point?

Selliera radicans Tiwai Point is a specific variety of the Selliera radicans plant that is native to New Zealand. It is found primarily in the Tiwai Point area of the South Island of New Zealand. This variety is characterized by its small, bright green leaves that form a dense mat and its tiny white flowers that are followed by black berries. It is a low-growing, spreading groundcover plant that is hardy, salt-tolerant, and easy to grow, making it a popular choice for gardens and landscaping in coastal areas.

3. How do you propagate Selliera radicans?

Selliera radicans is a versatile and easy-to-propagate plant that is usually grown by dividing the plants. Remember that Selliera radicans prefers well-draining soil and moderate watering. Avoid overwatering, which can lead to root rot.