Family:
Asteraceae
Vittadinia cuneata
Fuzzweed
Other Names:
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Regional Subspecies:
Occurrence:
Habitat & Site Selection:
Various ‘natural’ and disturbed habitats.
Habit:
Woody annual or perennial herb, 10-40 cm high. Rigidly erect stems and pale blue to mauve flowers throughout year.
Similar Species:
V. gracilis also occurs in region.
Seed Collection:
Late Nov to late Jan. Monitor closely, as mature seeds shed within 3-14 days.
VALUES:
Other:
Not particularly palatable, but eaten by stock when alternative feed is scarce.