Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
bullulatus
ID:
32882

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Moore) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 112(1): 228 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000032211



Common Names

  • Bullulatus Cabobanthus
  • Bullulatus Star Thistle
  • Bullulatus Globe Thistle


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Synonyms

  • Vernonia bullulata S.Moore [unknown]
  • Vernonia kwangolana P.A.Duvign. & Hotyat [unknown]

Description

Cabobanthus bullulatus (also called Bullulatus cabobanthus, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Australia. It has a single stem with a few branches and can reach up to 1 m in height. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are yellow. It grows in open grasslands, rocky areas and coastal habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cabobanthus bullulatus is used for its medicinal properties, as a natural dye for fabrics, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cabobanthus bullulatus has small, yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cabobanthus bullulatus is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils and can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seed should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-draining soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Cabobanthus bullulatus

Cabobanthus bullulatus is native to Mexico and Guatemala. It can be found in moist, shady areas in the mountains.

Cabobanthus bullulatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cabobanthus bullulatus?

Cabobanthus bullulatus

What type of plant is Cabobanthus bullulatus?

Herbaceous perennial

Where does Cabobanthus bullulatus grow?

It is native to South Africa

Species in the Cabobanthus 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-131148: Based on the initial data import
Spencer Le Marchant Moore (1850-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Moore' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.