Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
velutina
ID:
71656

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gardner) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 31: 117 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000070985



Common Names

  • Velutina Austrocritonia
  • Velutina Velvetbush
  • Velutina Velvet Sagebrush


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Description

Austrocritonia velutina (also called velvet bush-daisy, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, velvety leaves and white flowers. It is native to Australia and typically grows in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Austrocritonia velutina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Austrocritonia velutina has yellow, daisy-like flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small and black, with a tuft of white hairs at the end. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Austrocritonia velutina is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny location with well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. When planting in the ground, it should be spaced at least 1 m apart. Water regularly and fertilize in spring and summer. Pruning is not necessary but can be done to shape the plant.

Where to Find Austrocritonia velutina

Austrocritonia velutina is native to South America and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Austrocritonia velutina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Austrocritonia velutina?

Austrocritonia velutina

What is the family of Austrocritonia velutina?

Asteraceae

Where is Austrocritonia velutina native to?

South America

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-27776: Based on the initial data import
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
George Gardner (1812-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gardner' in the authors string.