Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
coulteri
ID:
84935

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Smithsonian Contr. Knowl. 3(5): 82. 1852 [1 Mar 1852] ; Plantae Wrightianae

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000084264



Common Names

  • Coulter's Bolanosa
  • Coulter's Daisy
  • Coulter's Fleabane


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Synonyms

  • Vernonia coulteri (A.Gray) B.L.Turner [unknown]
  • Vernonia bolleana Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Vernonia bolleana Sch.Bip. ex Seemann [unknown]
  • Cacalia bolleana (Sch.Bip. ex Seem.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Vernonia floccosa M.E.Jones [unknown]

Description

Bolanosa coulteri (also called Coulter's Bolanosa, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has a woody stem and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, sandy soils and is often found in coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Bolanosa coulteri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a medicinal herb for treating digestive issues, and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bolanosa coulteri is yellow and has five petals. The seed is a small, brown, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bolanosa coulteri is a perennial plant that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division in the spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a cold frame or in the garden. Division should be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Bolanosa coulteri

Bolanosa coulteri is native to the United States and can be found in dry, sandy soils.

Bolanosa coulteri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bolanosa coulteri?

Bolanosa coulteri

What type of plant is Bolanosa coulteri?

Bolanosa coulteri is a shrub

Where is Bolanosa coulteri found?

Bolanosa coulteri is found in South Africa

Species in the Bolanosa 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-40713: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.