Description
Common names
Cut-leaved Daisy.
Scientific names
Brachyscome multifida var. multifida, Brachycome multifida var. multifida.
Family
Asteraceae.
Genus
Brachyscome.
Growth rate
Fast.
Growth height
Up to 0.45m.
Presence in Australia
Various Brachycome species are found across the region.
This specie has been identified in the following Australian states: Qld, NSW, ACT, Vic, SA.
Habitat
Sclerophyll forest to grassland.
Habit
Low, spreading, rounded annual herb to 45cm high.
Site preference
Requires moist clay soils. Tolerates dryness once established.
Characteristics
Fast-growing and easily maintained.
Flowering
Mauve, pink or white flowers, Sep-Jun.
Seed collection
Generally summer.
Propagation
From stem cuttings, which strike readily, or from seed in autumn, or root division.
Regeneration
From underground suckers and roots at nodes.
Land protection
Useful for soil binding, due to regeneration method.
Wildlife
Most species of daisies provide nectar for native butterflies or moths.
Ornamental
Popular ornamental for rockeries and edges, pots and baskets.
Other
Watering over summer, and pruning over winter beneficial.