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Cassinia aculeata|Common Cassinia

Cardinia indigenous plant guide

Description
Erect open shrub with hairy branchlets.
Size (W x H)
2-4m x 1-2m
Leaves
Narrow aromatic dull green leaves, hairy below, margins rolled under. Variable in size, from 10-50mm x 1-2.5mm.
Flowers
Domed flowerheads to 12cm across of small daisy flowers, buds may be pink.
Flower colour
White
Flower time
November to March
Growing conditions
Heavy to moist well drained soils. A pioneer species in disturbed areas, very common in forests. Partial to dappled shade.
Commonly used for
Pruning essential to maintain a bushy shape. Easily established under eucalypts. Flowers for long periods. Flowers useful in dried arrangements.
Available at indigenous nursery
Attracts birds
Photo gallery
Acknowledgement
Thank you to Shire of Yarra Ranges for assistance in compiling this directory