Yellow Kunzea
Kunzea muelleri
Family: Myrtaceae
What it is like
A small spreading shrub. It lies along the ground or can be 1 m high. It spreads 1-2.5 m wide. The young growth has silky hairs. The leaves are 0.3-0.7 cm long by 0.1 cm wide. The flower heads are 2 cm across.
There are about 35 Kunzea species. They grow in Australia.
Where it is found
It grows in alpine regions. It grows among granite rocks or in wet sandy heaths. It is hardy to frost and snow.
Countries/locations it is found in
Australia (country/location of origin), Tasmania
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Leaves - tea
How it is grown
Plants can be grown from seed or cuttings.