Asterolasia asteriscophora ssp. albiflora

White Star-bush

Narrow upright shrub with hairy leaves & young stems.

FamilyRutaceae
StoreyLower storey
Size1-2 m x 1 m
Plant groupingShrubs to 2m
LeavesOblong to elliptic dull green leaves, downy brownish white below, 3-25 mm x 2-10 mm. Lightly aromatic.
Flower colourWhite
Flowering timeSeptember to November
FlowersSmall clusters of starry flowers. The calyx is minute.
Bird attractingNo
Butterfly attractingNo
Frog habitatNo
Growing conditionsMoist well drained clay soils in open forests in the foothills. Moderately frost tolerant. Semi-shade and dappled shade.
Garden useAttractive garden plant for shady conditions. Responds well to pruning. Suitable as a cut flower. The local form is known from only a few sites.
Commercially availableRarely
Conservation statusRare in Victoria with few known populations. All populations may fall within the Shire. Victorian endemic.
Related speciesThis local variant is quite distinctive to the usual form which has larger leaves & lemon flowers.