Waterwise Plant Details
Paper Daisy


- Family: ASTERACEAE
- Genus: Rhodanthe
- Species: manglesii
WA annual that is sown in autumn for late winter spring flowers. Smooth, rounded leaves. Papery flower heads, white or pink and dark pink, fading after several days giving the effect of varying colours on the one plant. Seed can be left to scatter or collected. Control weeds as much as possible and prevent snail and slug damage. Suitable for mass planting and long-lasting, dried flowers.
Pronunciation:Â Roe-dan-thee