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
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.
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 Austrocritonia genus
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,