Brunonia australis|Blue Pincushion
Cardinia indigenous plant guide
- Description
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Perennial herb.
- Size (W x H)
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10-40cm x 10-15cm
- Leaves
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Rosette of hairy pale green spoon-shaped leaves 3-16cm x 3-15mm.
- Flowers
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Many erect unbranched flowering stems with a single pincushion-like flowerhead on each.
- Flower colour
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Bright blue
- Flower time
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October to January
- Growing conditions
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Dry to moist well drained soils in woodlands. Light frosts. Full sun, partial shade.
- Commonly used for
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Very attractive mass planted in rockeries, in a drift or at the base of trees. Containers. Rosette similar to dandelions but hairy. Collect seed as they can be short lived.
- Available at indigenous nursery
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- Attracts butterflies
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- Photo gallery
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- Acknowledgement
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Thank you to Shire of Yarra Ranges for assistance in compiling this directory
