Overview

Raoulia eximia is a compact, mat-forming perennial alpine rockery in the genus Raoulia, part of the Asteraceae family, with silvery-grey, moss-like foliage. Raoulia eximia grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include alpine gardens, rockeries and ground cover.

About

Raoulia eximia is a species of plant in the family Asteraceae. It was first formally described in 1864 by Joseph Dalton Hooker. It is endemic to New Zealand. The plant is commonly known by its Māori name tutāhuna and as the true vegetable sheep, suggesting its appearance at a distance resembling a sheep. In the garden it prefers full sun and loam soil. In UK gardens it is hardy through an average UK winter (RHS H4). Suggested uses include alpine gardens, rockeries and ground cover. It tolerates neutral soils, well-drained conditions and south-facing aspects. Plant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.

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About the genus

Raoulia is a genus of New Zealand plants in the tribe Gnaphalieae within the family Asteraceae.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Raoulia

Sunlight

Full sun

Soil type

Loam

Soil pH

Neutral

Soil moisture

Well-drained

Aspect

South-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H4

Plant details

Raoulia eximia size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

Alpine Rockery

Habit

Compact, mat-forming perennial

Foliage

Silvery-grey, moss-like

Suggested uses

Alpine gardens, rockeries, ground cover

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Raoulia eximia

Propagation

Seed, division

Pest resistance

High

Disease resistance

High

Frequently asked questions