Latin Name: Gypsophila paniculata

Flower: Tiny, delicate white or pale pink flowers in airy, open panicles that bloom from mid to late summer.

Leaves: Narrow, lance-shaped, opposite leaves that are blue-green in colour.

Stems: Thin, wiry, and much branched, often giving the plant a bushy appearance.

Growing Environment: Grows in sandy, well-drained soils in open areas, roadsides, and meadows.

Growth Habit: This perennial herb forms a bushy clump and grows 50-100 cm tall. It expands rapidly through both seed dispersal and a deep taproot system, creating dense colonies. In situ, the plant appears as a large, cloud-like mass of small flowers. It often forms thick patches that dominate sandy or disturbed habitats.