Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
cunninghamii
ID:
31849

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 3: 565 (1867)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000031178



Common Names

  • Cunninghamii Angianthus
  • Cunningham's Angianthus
  • Angianthus Cunninghamii


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Synonyms

  • Eriocladium pyramidatum Lindl. [unknown]

Description

Angianthus cunninghamii (also called 'Cunningham's Angianthus', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Australia. It has narrow, grey-green leaves and white, star-shaped flowers. It typically grows in dry, sandy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Angianthus cunninghamii has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Angianthus cunninghamii is a small, yellow-white flower with a bell-shaped corolla. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Angianthus cunninghamii is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated by division or seed. Division is the easiest and most reliable method of propagation. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. The plants should be kept moist and in a sunny location. Deadheading spent flowers will help to encourage further blooming.

Where to Find Angianthus cunninghamii

Angianthus cunninghamii is native to Australia and can be found in dry grasslands and rocky hillsides.

Angianthus cunninghamii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Angianthus cunninghamii?

Angianthus cunninghamii

What are the common names of Angianthus cunninghamii?

Cunningham's Daisy and Cunningham's Daisy-bush

What is the natural habitat of Angianthus cunninghamii?

Angianthus cunninghamii is found in dry, open grasslands, shrublands, and disturbed areas

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-130153: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.