Is a small
perennial herb with leaves that look similar to the common Clover.
It`s low
growing and initially spreads horizontally then the ends grow erect/ upwards.
The leaves are round and group into 3 leaflets (similar to clover).
The flowers
are purple to pink, pea like and up to 6mm long.
The seed pods are 15-25 mm
long, covered in short hairs. The pods contain 3-5 ovoid seeds.
Flowers: Sept to Nov/Dec.
Habitat: Found across South Eastern Australia
in Grasslands and Grassy Woodlands. Vulnerable in Upper Sweetwater Reserve.
Threats:
· Weed invasion
· Clover Glycine is palatable to native and
introduced grazing animals
· Regular burning in Late Spring/ Early
Summer
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