Botanical name:

Brachyglottis bellidioides

Common name(s):

Dwarf Alpine Senecio

About:

A herbaceous species that inhabits montane to alpine areas of the South Island, this plant develops a low rosette of elongated hairy leaves. During the summer, it produces dark stems reaching up to 35cm, which bear yellow daisies. When not in bloom, it may appear inconspicuous and is best suited for placement within a rock garden. This species thrives in a semi-shaded environment with rich, moist, and well-drained soil.

Natural habitat:

Montane to high alpine (300 -1800m) herb-fields, fell-fields and grasslands.

Growing environment:

Frost, Shade & Free draining tolerant.

Endemic distribution:

Throughout New Zealand’s South Island.

Height: 30cm

Flowering:

October to March with a yellow coloured follower/s

Fruiting:

Uses:

Bird food / Attractant, Bee food & Riparian plantings.

How to grow:

Grown from fresh seed or cuttings.

** Seed germinates without pre treatment. 4 weeks cold stratification will help speed this up though