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Variable daisy

Variable daisy

Brachyscome ciliaris

Family: Asteraceae

A small perennial which usually grows to 20cm in height and 30cm in width.

The flowers are lilac or white with a yellow centre. The plant usually blooms after rainfall events.

It is very common and occurs in all states and territories of Australia.

Where to find this plant at Alice Springs Desert Park

These plants are found in all areas of the park including the habitats and visitor centre courtyard.

Source:
Moore, P., 2005. A guide to plants of Inland Australia, Reed New Holland, Sydney
Urban, A., 2001. Wildflowers and Plants of Inland Australia, Paul Fitzsimons, Alice Springs
Vinter, A., 2012. The Alice Springs Bush Regeneration Handbook, Andy Vinter, Alice Springs
http://bie.ala.org.au/species/urn:lsid:biodiversity.org.au:apni.taxon:587553

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