Scientific Name: Rhodanthe anthemoides
Common Name: chamomile sunray
Family Classification (Clade): Eudicots
Family: Asteraceae
Threatened Species Status: Rare
Permit: It is an offence to collect, disturb, damage or destroy this species unless under permit.
Form Description: Perennial herb with woody rootstock from which rise many erect unbranched stems.
Flowers: White flower heads with small yellow discs 15-25mm wide and white papery outer bracts.
Fruit: Achene – densely silky hairy, pappus bristles not joined at the base.
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Habitat Notes
Widespread, occasional in the south, frequent in the north at sea level; abundant in alpine and sub-alpine grassland of the Central Plateau.
Site Tolerance
Exposed, Moist, Windy
Soil Tolerance
Clay, Fertile, Loam, Well-drained
General Notes
Prefers a well-drained, sunny position. Has merit as a basket plant. A variable species with selected forms commercially available.
Propagation Calendar
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Propagation Method
Seed Information
Seed Collection
Little viable seed produced but germination rate is high.
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
Some species have an after-ripening period. Surface sow or cover lightly as light is required for germination.
Cutting & Division Information
Can be propagated from cuttings using bottom heat. Some daisies will strike if placed in water with a little rooting hormone on a window sill. This species will strike if placed straight in the soil after autumn rains.