Scientific Name: Odixia angusta Endemic Having a natural distribution confined to a particular geographic region
Common Name: roundhead everlastingbush
Family Classification (Clade): Eudicots
Family: Asteraceae
Form Description: Small to medium shrub with branches spreading/ascending and young growth yellow.
Height (m): 1 – 3
Flowers: White, short-stalked daisy like flowers profuse and very conspicuous in rounded heads.
Fruit: Achene
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Habitat Notes
Locally abundant in coastal heaths at Eaglehawk Neck and Coles Bay.
Site Tolerance
Dry, Exposed, Moist, Windy
Soil Tolerance
Nutrient-poor, Sandy, Well-drained
Frost Tolerance
Moderate
General Notes
Adapts to a wide range of well-drained soils and a sunny or semi-shaded site. Regular light pruning is beneficial.
Propagation Calendar
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Sowing Month
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Cutting Month
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Propagation Method
Seed Information
Seed Collection
When seed is mature achenes loosen in the centre of the seed head which develops a fluffy appearance. Collect entire seed heads in paper bags and allow to dry.
Seed Treatment Method
Surface Sow Sow seed finely on the surface of the potting mix and cover with just enough mix to hold the seed on the surface when watered.
Seed Storage Life
Short
Seed Treatment Notes
Surface sow or lightly cover.
Germination Time
2-4 weeks
Cutting & Division Information
Can also be propagate from cuttings of firm young growth.