Australian chamomile sunray

Rhodanthe anthemoides, commonly known as chamomile sunray, is a small compact native Australian plant with abundant white flowers and dark green foliage growing to between 15 and 30 cm tall. It is found widespread in the eastern parts of this country from Queensland, down through New South Wales, Victoria and Tasmania.

Rose-pink buds form during winter and stay dormant, opening in early spring to summer. A central cluster of pale yellow flowers is surrounded by petal-like white, papery bracts.

Flowers 10 mm diameter