Swamp maire grows in wetlands, where it develops breathing roots in waterlogged soils, but is also tolerant of reasonably dry situations.

The creamy-white flowers in autumn are followed by bright red drupes around 3 cm in length in late winter.

Swamp maire is sold for use in gardens as an ornamental plant.

It is not related to other species called maire, which are in the genus Nestegis.

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