Growing Native Plants Goodenia humilis is part of the
Goodeniaceae family, which includes about 11 genera and 400
species. There are 181 species in the genus Goodenia, 176 of
which are endemic to Australia. Goodenia humilis occurs
naturally in areas of suitable habitat in New South Wales,
Victoria, Tasmania and South Australia. It is commonly known as
Swamp Goodenia, is an attractive, carpeting ground cover. The
natural habitat of Goodenia humilis is in or around swamps or
areas with wet or poorly drained soils. Although tolerant of dry
conditions the plant shows little growth during these periods
and is most responsive when growing in areas that provide
constant damp conditions. Goodenia humilis is a dwarf,
stoloniferous, perennial herb with softly hairy leaves and stems
that can grow up to 20 cm high. Stems usually grow to around 9
cm in height and will spread to as much as 10 cm from the base
of the plant. Rosettes of thick, linear, dentate or entire
leaves to 10 cm long and 8 mm wide spread from this base