Six subspecies are now recognised, but some of these tend to merge into each other and no attempt is made here to describe the differences. Propagation From seed or cuttings. Propagate from good forms. Cultivation See note on genus . Variable in the amount of flowers produced.
Superior forms make outstanding shrubs.
The low-growing form is very useful as a large rockery plant. The 'Cardwell' form with weeping habit is a favourite for tropical and subtropical gardens and grows well in cooler climates. It is recognised as L. polygalifolium ssp. Some forms suitable for rockery plants that reach more than 50 cm high. May be used as features.