A low-growing, perennial herb native to south-eastern Australia, Calocephalus lacteus produces clusters of creamy-white, button-like flower heads from spring to summer. It is typically found in grasslands, open woodlands, and alpine meadows, thriving in well-drained soils and full sun.
 
Its soft, pale blooms provide subtle beauty in native gardens and are a valuable nectar source for insects. The Milky Beauty-heads is also well-suited to restoration projects, helping to enhance biodiversity in native plant communities.