Tall fleabane(seedling). Conyza albida
Native to America
There are a number of species of Conyza with C. albida one of the most common along the coast. Found on disturbed sites such as roadsides, tracks or disturbed areas on dunes, headlands and edges of bushland. Very common along the entire coast.
Form: Single stem, erect, up to 1.5m high.
Flower: White to pink. Summer.
Fruit/Seed: Small with fine white hairs.
Control: Bag seed heads then hand-pull and ensure roots are removed.
Chemical controls are available.