Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1838
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 164 (1838)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000010611
Common Names
- Reticulated Rice Flower
- Reticulated Daisy Bush
- Reticulated Ozothamnus
Synonyms
- Helichrysum reticulatum (Labill.) Less. [deprecated]
- Chrysocoma reticulata Labill. [unknown]
- Gnaphalium reticulatum Spreng. [unknown]
- Faustula reticulata (Labill.) Cass. [unknown]
- Helichrysum reticulatum (Labill.) Benth. [unknown]
Description
Ozothamnus reticulatus (also called Netted Riceflower, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 2 meters tall. It is native to Australia, and it is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Ozothamnus reticulatus is a drought-tolerant shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It has small, white flowers and can be used to attract bees and other pollinators. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ozothamnus reticulatus is a white, star-shaped flower head with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ozothamnus reticulatus is a perennial species that is easily propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in the spring in a sunny location. The plants may need to be staked or supported to prevent them from falling over. The plants can also be divided in the spring or fall.
Where to Find Ozothamnus reticulatus
Ozothamnus reticulatus can be found in the south-eastern parts of Australia, such as New South Wales and Victoria.
Ozothamnus reticulatus FAQ
What is the growth rate of Ozothamnus reticulatus?
Ozothamnus reticulatus grows at a moderate rate and can reach up to 2 feet in height.
What type of soil does Ozothamnus reticulatus prefer?
Ozothamnus reticulatus prefers well-drained, sandy soil with a pH between 6.5 and 7.5.
What type of light does Ozothamnus reticulatus need?
Ozothamnus reticulatus needs full sun to partial shade to thrive.
Species in the Ozothamnus genus
Ozothamnus scaber,
Ozothamnus obcordatus,
Ozothamnus cinerea,
Ozothamnus plumeus,
Ozothamnus cassiope,
Ozothamnus tuckeri,
Ozothamnus cassinioides,
Ozothamnus reticulatus,
Ozothamnus rufescens,
Ozothamnus thyrsoideus,
Ozothamnus ferrugineus,
Ozothamnus selago,
Ozothamnus blackallii,
Ozothamnus diotophyllus,
Ozothamnus rosmarinifolius,
Ozothamnus whitei,
Ozothamnus catadromus,
Ozothamnus cuneifolius,
Ozothamnus lepidophyllus,
Ozothamnus leptophyllus,
Ozothamnus aggregatus,
Ozothamnus glomeratus,
Ozothamnus rosmarinifolius,
Ozothamnus antennaria,
Ozothamnus rogersianus,
Ozothamnus coralloides,
Ozothamnus kempei,
Ozothamnus bilobus,
Ozothamnus ledifolius,
Ozothamnus reflexifolius,
Ozothamnus occidentalis,
Ozothamnus diosmifolius,
Ozothamnus purpurascens,
Ozothamnus ericifolius,
Ozothamnus hookeri,
Ozothamnus secundiflorus,
Ozothamnus dimorphus,
Ozothamnus selaginoides,
Ozothamnus stirlingii,
Ozothamnus depressus,
Ozothamnus obovatus,
Ozothamnus costatifructus,
Ozothamnus vagans,
Ozothamnus scutellifolius,
Ozothamnus argophyllus,
Ozothamnus rodwayi,
Ozothamnus adnatus,
Ozothamnus microphyllus,
Ozothamnus eriocephalus,
Ozothamnus argyrophyllus,
Species in the Asteraceae family
Aaronsohnia pubescens,
Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
Abrotanella filiformis,
Abrotanella rostrata,
Abrotanella linearis,
Abrotanella trilobata,
Abrotanella muscosa,
Abrotanella inconspicua,
Abrotanella trichoachaenia,
Abrotanella caespitosa,
Abrotanella nivigena,
Abrotanella pusilla,
Abrotanella linearifolia,
Abrotanella papuana,
Abrotanella rosulata,
Abrotanella emarginata,
Abrotanella fertilis,
Abrotanella spathulata,
Abrotanella purpurea,
Abrotanella patearoa,
Abrotanella submarginata,
Abrotanella diemii,
Abrotanella scapigera,
Abrotanella forsterioides,
Acamptopappus shockleyi,
Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus,
Acanthocephalus benthamianus,
Acanthocephalus amplexifolius,
Acanthocladium dockeri,
Acanthodesmos distichus,
Acanthodesmos gibarensis,
Acanthospermum humile,
Acanthospermum consobrinum,
Acanthospermum glabratum,
Acanthospermum microcarpum,
Acanthospermum hispidum,
Acanthospermum australe,
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides,
Acanthostyles buniifolius,
Acanthostyles saucechicoensis,
Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
Achillea cucullata,
Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,