This downy herb has trailing or ascending
stems, sometimes forming a mat on the ground or climbing over nearby plants. It is found in
various habitats, in particular on flood and sand plains. The Red-flower lotus flowers from
autumn to spring, and grows mainly in spring. It usually occurs as a scattered plant, but it
can be particularly prolific in years of good winter rain. This plant is poisonous to sheep.
Distribution of the Red-flower lotus in Australia.
