Pink-and-white everlasting (pink paper daisy) Rhodanthe chlorocephala
Pink-and-white everlasting (pink paper daisy) (Rhodanthe chlorocephala) is an annual flowering plant in the Asteraceae family, native to Inland Western Australia (the subspecies rosea is the pink form). It grows 30–60 cm (12–24 in) tall and 15–30 cm (6–12 in) wide, wants full sun and low water, and is hardy to about -1 °C (30 °F). Space plants about 20 cm (8 in) apart.
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Pink-and-white everlasting (pink paper daisy) at a glance
| Type | Annual flowering plant |
|---|---|
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Mature height | 30–60 cm (12–24 in) |
| Mature spread | 15–30 cm (6–12 in) |
| Spacing | 20 cm (8 in) centre to centre |
| Sun | Full sun, at least 7 h of direct sun a day |
| Water | Low; drought tolerance moderate, waterlogging tolerance none |
| Soil pH | 5.5–8 |
| Cold hardiness | About -1 °C (30 °F) once established (roughly USDA zone 10) |
| Heat stress | Likely above about 36 °C (97 °F) |
| Flowering | about 11–16 weeks after planting, for 4–7 weeks |
| Days to maturity | About 120 days from planting |
| Wind tolerance | Low |
| Pollinator value | High |
| Edible | Not grown as food |
| Native to | Inland Western Australia (the subspecies rosea is the pink form) |
| Common in gardens of | 🇦🇺 Australia, 🇺🇸 United States, 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, 🇩🇪 Germany, 🇳🇱 Netherlands |
Is Pink-and-white everlasting (pink paper daisy) toxic?
- People: not known to be toxic
- Cats: not known to be toxic
- Dogs: not known to be toxic
Not known to be poisonous.
If a child or pet may have eaten part of a plant, call a poison centre or vet straight away.
Companion planting: what to grow with Pink-and-white everlasting (pink paper daisy)
No well-documented helpful pairing. Group it with plants that like full sun and low water.
Questions about Pink-and-white everlasting (pink paper daisy)
- How far apart should I plant Pink-and-white everlasting (pink paper daisy)?
- About 20 cm (8 in) apart, centre to centre. A mature plant spreads 15–30 cm (6–12 in).
- Does Pink-and-white everlasting (pink paper daisy) need full sun?
- Full sun: at least 7 hours of direct sun a day.
- How much water does Pink-and-white everlasting (pink paper daisy) need?
- Low water. Drought tolerance is moderate and waterlogging tolerance none.
- How cold-hardy is Pink-and-white everlasting (pink paper daisy)?
- It tolerates about -1 °C (30 °F) once established, roughly USDA zone 10. As an annual it is usually planted out after the last frost.
- When does Pink-and-white everlasting (pink paper daisy) flower?
- About 11–16 weeks after planting, for 4–7 weeks.
- Is Pink-and-white everlasting (pink paper daisy) poisonous to cats and dogs?
- For cats it is not known to be toxic; for dogs not known to be toxic; for people not known to be toxic. Not known to be poisonous.
- What grows well with Pink-and-white everlasting (pink paper daisy)?
- There is no well-documented companion pairing for Pink-and-white everlasting (pink paper daisy). Group it with plants that like the same sun (full sun) and water (low).
Sources and evidence
Evidence grade A (A: strong evidence).
- Plants of the World Online (taxonomy, native range), Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
- FloraBase: the Western Australian Flora, Western Australian Herbarium, Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions
- Australian native plant profiles, Australian National Botanic Gardens / Australian Plants Society
Notes and assumptions
- After winter rain, carpets of papery pink and white daisies with yellow centres cover the woodlands of inland Western Australia. Sow in autumn where it is to flower (spring in cold climates); the stiff bracts last for years as dried flowers.
Reference values for planning, not horticultural, veterinary or medical advice. Varieties, soils and local climates differ: check with a local nursery or extension service.
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