The Chaff-Flower is thin stemmed weed, most often found growing in sandy soil across northern and eastern Australia. It grows up to a metre in height, with a long, flowering spike at the end of the stem. As they mature, the small seed pods form recurved hooks along the stem. The plant can usually be found throughout the year. The young leaves can be boiled and eaten as a vegetable . . .
Chaff Flower
Achyranthes aspera
Leaf Structures
Leaf Structure Legend

Alternate Leaf Structure

Opposite Leaf Structure

Trifoliate Leaf Structure

Tri-Lobed

Lance Like

Elongated, ribbon like

Serrated or saw edged

Oval Shaped Leaf

Heart Shaped

Terminal Bud

Mid Rib
Coast Line / Vegetation / Chaff Flower