Conyza bonariensis
COMPOSITAE
Fleabane
In Australia there are 3 main species of fleabane. C.bonariensis (flaxleaf fleabane), C.canadensis (Canadian fleabane) & C. albida (tall fleabane). Of these 3 species, flaxleaf fleabane is the most common in Australia.
A common garden & roadside weed most of year.
Growing to a height of 1m.
Spindly looking with numerous branches arising from the main stem base.
Narrow leaves, being wider at the base of the plant, upper leaves becoming narrower. Leaves are elongated, lance shaped, ranging from light green to dull khaki.
Both stems & leaves are slightly hairy.
Cream to beige colored flowers, feathery balls, situated in terminal clusters.
Control of this weed depends on removing the flowers & consequent seed heads & thoughtfully disposing of them. Hand pulling of this plant is made easier by soaking the soil first.