Ozothamnus rosmarinifolius


Ozothamnus rosmarinifolius, common name rosemary everlasting, is a species of plant in the family Asteraceae.

Etymology

The species name rosmarinifolius means with leaves like rosemary. The genus name derives from the Greek, ozos and thamnos.

Description

Ozothamnus rosmarinifolius can reach a height of about. It is an upright evergreen shrub. Leaves are narrow, silvery-grey. These plants form quite compact slightly rounded terminal clusters of pink buds. The white flowers are tiny and scented. Bracts range from yellowish to reddish. Flowering time lasts from November to February