Leucochrysum albicans, commonly known as hoary sunray, is a species of plant in the family Asteraceae. It is endemic to Australia. It grows to 45 cm high and has grey-green woolly leaves that are between 2.5 and 10 cm long and 1 to 9 mm wide. The flowerheads appear between spring and summer. These have yellow centres surrounded by either white or yellow bracts.The species was first formally described by botanist Allan Cunningham in 1825 in Geographical Memoirs on New South Wales. He gave it the name Helichrysum albicans. Subsequently the species was placed in the genus Helipterum in 1929 and Leucochrysum in 1992.The species is native to Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria and Tasmania.
How to keep Leucochrysum Albicans.
Pruning
The hoary sunray is known for its silver foliage and yellow, daisy-like flowers. To promote new growth, prune the plant in early spring by removing spent blooms and dead stems. Be sure to use sharp tools to prevent disease, and regularly remove any damaged sections to enhance the plant's vigor.
Botanical profile.
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Leucochrysum
- Family
- Asteraceae
Other names.
