Gazania rigens var. leucolaena

Common name(s): treasure flower, silver leaf gazania

Description: perennial (requires protection from frost); a variation of G. rigens found only in the Cape Provinces of South Africa. Downy, silver leaves and small, golden yellow flowers that bloom almost continuously from late spring into late autumn. Hardy to 25 F in average soil and to 20 F and lower in lean, gritty soil that stays dry in winter. 

Height: to 1 ft. Spread: to 2 ft.

Position: full sun and well-draining soil

Uses: ornamental, cut flower, to attract pollinators

Winter Hardiness: to 20 F and below

Drought: adapted to 2.5 months of summer drought

Distribution: South Africa (Cape Province)