Scientific Name: Ozothamnus reflexus Endemic Having a natural distribution confined to a particular geographic region
Common Name: columnar everlastingbush
Family Classification (Clade): Eudicots
Family: Asteraceae
Form Description: Neat columnar shrub with dense aromatic foliage.
Height (m): 1 – 2
Flowers: Dense clusters at ends of branches, buds purplish-pink, flower head white, 8-10 florets.
Fruit: Achene with pappus bristles with minute barbs.
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Habitat Notes
Common on dry open hillsides in the south from sea level to about 250m. Widespread and occasional throughout the State.
Site Tolerance
Dry, Exposed, Windy
Soil Tolerance
Fertile, Loam, Well-drained
Frost Tolerance
Hardy
General Notes
Regular pruning maintains shape. Full to part sun.
Propagation Calendar
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Flowering Month
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec -
Seed Collecting Month
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec -
Sowing Month
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec -
Cutting Month
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Propagation Method
Seed Information
Seed Collection
Shake branch containing fruit and collect entire heads into bags. Seeds are mature when centre of seed head becomes loose and achenes are easily removed. Avoid collecting in wet weather.
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
Seed may have a 3-4 month after-ripening period. Break up seed heads and sieve, then lightly dust with an insecticide before storing. Lightly cover or surface sow.
Cutting & Division Information
Has been grown from cuttings struck in May. Cuttings from autumn or early spring growth flush; semi-hardwood cuttings; remove tips. Strike rate can be low.