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Castlepoint daisy

Castlepoint daisy

The Castlepoint daisy (Brachyglottis compactus) is only found naturally in the Castlepoint area, but is also grown by nurseries for home gardens. The plant grows up to 1 metre and flowers in mid to late summer. Its hairy evergreen leaves are soft to touch.

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Department of Conservation
Reference: 10059156
Photograph by G. M. Crowcroft

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Ben Schrader. 'Wairarapa region', Te Ara - the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, updated 2-Mar-09
URL: http://www.TeAra.govt.nz/en/wairarapa-region/4/6