About Raoulia tenuicaulis Hook.fil.
Taxonomic Identification
Raoulia tenuicaulis Hook.fil. is a small shrub that grows in mats on river beds.
Growth Form
It can form mats that reach up to 1 meter across.
Geographic Distribution
This species is found throughout New Zealand, occurring on both the North Island and the South Island.
Habitat Preferences
It grows best in stony riverbeds in both montane and lowland regions.
Conservation Status
It is not classified as threatened across its native range.
Ecological Role
Ecologically, Raoulia tenuicaulis is known to act as a host plant for Cuscuta epythymum.
