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

[2][3][4] Many Raoulia species grow in alpine areas, forming very fine and dense growths.

[5] These compact growths form large amorphous cushion-like masses with only the growing tips visible.

[6] Haastia pulvinaris is another species of plant that is also known as vegetable sheep, and which grows in similar environments.

[7] Slow spreading, flat rock garden plant with silver-gray, almost moss-like, foliage.