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Description
Vittadinia Gracilis, commonly known as the Woolly New Holland Daisy, is a perennial plant that belongs to the Asteraceae family. It is native to Australia and is found in various habitats, including woodlands, heathlands, and rocky slopes. The plant has a unique appearance with woolly, greyish-green leaves and yellow flowers that bloom in late spring to summer.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukarya |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Vittadinia |
Appearance
Vittadinia Gracilis has woolly, greyish-green leaves that are around 2-6cm long and 1-3cm wide. The leaves are oblong to spatulate and have a hairy texture. The yellow flowers are around 2-3cm wide and bloom in late spring to summer. They have a central disc surrounded by ray petals that are 8-12 in number. The plant grows up to 80cm in height and 60cm in width.
Care Guide
Water: Vittadinia Gracilis requires moderate watering, and the soil should be moist but not waterlogged.
Fertilization: The plant does not require regular fertilization, but you can fertilize it with a balanced fertilizer in early spring.
Soil: The plant prefers well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter. It can tolerate slightly acidic to slightly alkaline soil.
Sunlight: Vittadinia Gracilis grows well in full sun to partial shade.
Hardiness Zones: The plant is hardy in USDA zones 9-11.
Common Pests & Diseases
Vittadinia Gracilis is generally pest and disease-free. However, it can be susceptible to root rot if the soil is waterlogged. Ensure the soil is well-draining and do not overwater the plant.
Habitat
Vittadinia Gracilis is native to Australia and is found in various habitats, including woodlands, heathlands, and rocky slopes. It grows well in well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter and prefers full sun to partial shade. The plant is hardy in USDA zones 9-11.
Question and Answer
Q: Is Vittadinia Gracilis a perennial or an annual plant?
A: Vittadinia Gracilis is a perennial plant.
Q: What is the ideal soil pH for Vittadinia Gracilis?
A: Vittadinia Gracilis can tolerate slightly acidic to slightly alkaline soil.
Q: How often should I water Vittadinia Gracilis?
A: Vittadinia Gracilis requires moderate watering, and the soil should be moist but not waterlogged.
Q: What are the ideal growing conditions for Vittadinia Gracilis?
A: Vittadinia Gracilis grows well in well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter and prefers full sun to partial shade. The plant is hardy in USDA zones 9-11.
Related Plants
- Vittadinia cuneata
- Vittadinia gracilis
- Vittadinia triloba
- Vittadinia muelleri
References
- https://www.anbg.gov.au/gnp/interns-2006/vittadinia-gracilis.html
- https://www.gardeningwithangus.com.au/vittadinia-gracilis-woolly-new-holland-daisy/
- https://www.australianplantsonline.com.au/vittadinia-gracilis.html
- https://www.botanicalkeys.co.uk/flora/content/species.asp?Page=Species&Ref=2023
