Family:

Asteraceae

Vittadinia cuneata

Fuzzweed

Other Names:

First Nations Name(s):

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.