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Conostylis candicans


Grey Cottonheads




Origin:  Found in the south west portion of Western Australia from Shark Bay to Scott River.
Family
Haemodoraceae
Genus
Conostylis
Species
candicans
Category
Perennials
Canadian Hardiness Zone
Requires cool season protection under glass.
Height
0.3 - 0.8 m
Spread
0.3 - 0.8 m
Photographs
Description and Growing Information
Flowering Period
AugustSeptemberOctober
Landscape
Ground cover, border plant and ornamental use.
Cultivation
Full sun and partial-shade. Moist and well-drained soils. Prefers sandy, loamy, sandy loam and potting mix with a pH of acidic, alkaline and neutral. Tolerates light frost.
Shape
Dense, clumping and mound-shape.
Growth
Medium
Pests
Vulnerable to mealybugs.
Habitat
Thrives in sand, sandy loam, and limestone. It can be found in coastal dunes and sand dunes.
Leaf Description
Narrow strap-like foliage.
Flower Description
Globular flowers. Stalks arising from the base.
Colour Description
The foliage is grey. The flowers are yellow.
Notable Specimens
Kings Park and Botanical Garden, Perth, Australia.
Propagation
Seed and division.
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