The sprawling runners spread out from the woody rootstock, but the large two-lobed leaves are sparse and a dense cover on the sand is rarely achieved except in protected situations. This plant grows in association with sand Spinifex grass and is a useful sand binder, thriving under conditions of sandblast and salt spray.
The extensive roots spread out from the woody base, but the large, two-lobed leaves are sparse and only a dense mat on the sand is achieved in sheltered locations. This plant grows alongside sand Spinifex grass and functions as an effective sand stabilizer, thriving in environments with high winds and salt damage.