Pimelea octophylla
Woolly Rice-flower
Slender erect hairy shrub, new growth densely hairy.
Additional information
- FamilyThymelaeaceae
- StoreyLower storey
- Size0.4-1 m x 0.5 m
- Plant groupingShrubs to 2m
- LeavesAlternate silvery to dark blue-green narrowly elliptic leaves 3-18 mm x 1-6 mm. Long white hairs on both sides when young.
- Flower colourCreamy-yellow
- Flowering timeOctober to December
- FlowersMasses of terminal nodding 25-45 flowered heads of perfumed, woolly flowers. 6-12 densely hairy pale green bracts, shorter than flowers. Flowers bisexual or female.
- Bird attractingNo
- Butterfly attractingNectar for butterflies
- Frog habitatNo
- Growing conditionsWell drained shallow (and sandy) soils in woodlands locally. Frost tolerant. Full sun or semi shade.
- Garden useVery floriferous for small gardens and rockeries in open soil. Prefers a warm position. Will tolerate extended dry periods.
- Commercially availableNo information available
- Conservation statusSignificant within the Shire. Known from very few local sites.
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Photographer/s: 1 Russell Best, NatureShare ©; 2 David Hartland ©; 3 Marilyn Bull ©
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