Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
cavanillesii
ID:
89237

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Smithsonian Contr. Knowl. 3(5): 85 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000088566



Common Names

  • Cavanilles' Brickellia
  • Cavanilles' Brittlebush
  • Cavanilles' Brittle-bush


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Synonyms

  • Eupatorium squarrosum Cav. [unknown]
  • Brickellia squarrosa B.L.Rob. [unknown]
  • Coleosanthus botterii S.F.Blake [unknown]
  • Eupatorium squarrosum Sessé & Moc. [unknown]
  • Coleosanthus squarrosus squarrosus [unknown]
  • Brickellia squarrosa squarrosa [unknown]
  • Coleosanthus squarrosus S.F.Blake [unknown]
  • Brickellia botterii B.L.Rob. [unknown]
  • Coleosanthus cavanillesii Cass. [unknown]
  • Brickellia squarrosa squarrosa [unknown]
  • Bulbostylis cavanillesii (Cass.) DC. [unknown]
  • Coleosanthus squarrosus Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Brickellia cavanillesii (also called Brickellbush, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It grows to a height of 1-2 meters and has small yellow flowers. It grows in dry, open areas and is often found in grasslands, scrublands, and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Brickellia cavanillesii is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including headaches and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brickellia cavanillesii has yellow daisy-like flowers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brickellia cavanillesii is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It can be propagated by taking cuttings from the stems and rooting them in a moist medium. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Brickellia cavanillesii

Brickellia cavanillesii is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Brickellia cavanillesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brickellia cavanillesii?

Brickellia cavanillesii

What is the common name of Brickellia cavanillesii?

Cavanilles' Brickellia

Where is Brickellia cavanillesii found?

Brickellia cavanillesii is found in Spain

Species in the Brickellia genus

Brickellia secundiflora, Brickellia scoparia, Brickellia longifolia, Brickellia multiflora, Brickellia pendula, Brickellia lewisii, Brickellia spinulosa, Brickellia worthingtonii, Brickellia incana, Brickellia hymenochlaena, Brickellia coahuilensis, Brickellia knappiana, Brickellia desertorum, Brickellia gentryi, Brickellia lemmonii, Brickellia laccata, Brickellia oliganthes, Brickellia simplex, Brickellia coulteri, Brickellia glandulosa, Brickellia squarrosa, Brickellia grandiflora, Brickellia dentata, Brickellia problematica, Brickellia amplexicaulis, Brickellia microphylla, Brickellia cordifolia, Brickellia villarrealii, Brickellia peninsularis, Brickellia venosa, Brickellia palmeri, Brickellia seemannii, Brickellia parvula, Brickellia laxiflora, Brickellia chenopodina, Brickellia vollmeri, Brickellia robinsoniana, Brickellia cardiophylla, Brickellia megaphylla, Brickellia eupatorioides, Brickellia veronicaefolia, Brickellia glomerata, Brickellia betonicaefolia, Brickellia rhomboidea, Brickellia leonensis, Brickellia cuspidata, Brickellia scabra, Brickellia californica, Brickellia wendtii, Brickellia floribunda,

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-449: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.