Botanical name:

Raoulia subsericea 

Common name(s):

Turf mat daisy

About:

A low, spreading plant with a loosely branched structure, this species features small narrow leaves that exhibit a light to yellowish green colour. In late summer months, it becomes a striking sight, studded with charming white-tipped bracts that radiate around the flower-heads. This particular plant thrives in lowland to low-alpine areas and is found exclusively in the beautiful landscapes of the South Island.

Natural habitat: 

It is widespread in tussock grasslands in all but the wettest mountains at altitudes of 400-1500m. 

Growing environment:

Frost, Sun, Wetland, Wind & Free draining tolerant.

Endemic distribution:

Widespread throughout New Zealand’s South Island.

Height: 5cm

Flowering:  

Summer with a white – yellow coloured flower/s 

Fruiting:

Autumn 

Uses: 

Bird food / Attractant, Bee food & Ground cover

How to grow:

Grown from fresh seed or cuttings. They prefer a sunny situation on dry to moderately moist soil

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