Description
Brachyscome multifida (also called Daisy, Cut-leaf Daisy, and Cut-leaf Swan River Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Australia. It grows to a height of up to 30 cm and has a basal rosette of deeply lobed leaves. The flower heads are composed of white, pink, or purple ray florets and yellow disc florets. It grows in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, woodlands, and coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Brachyscome multifida is used in flower beds and borders, as a ground cover, and as a container plant. It is also used for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Brachyscome multifida is yellow in color, with a white center and a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are slender, with long, narrow leaves.