Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
globosus
ID:
119005

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.B.Scott & Hutch.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1916: 36 (1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000118334



Common Names

  • Calocephalus globosus
  • Globe Calocephalus
  • Globe-Headed Everlasting


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Description

Calocephalus globosus (also called cushion bush, among many other common names) is a shrub in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Australia and grows in dry, open habitats. It has yellow flowers and silvery-gray, woolly leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Calocephalus globosus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is a popular choice for rockeries. It is also used as a ground cover plant and is drought tolerant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calocephalus globosus is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed with a rough surface. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calocephalus globosus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in a variety of soils, but prefers a sandy loam. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best to divide the plant in the spring or fall. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a sunny location in the spring or fall. The seeds should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Calocephalus globosus

Calocephalus globosus can be found in the southwestern United States, primarily in California, Arizona, and New Mexico.

Calocephalus globosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calocephalus globosus?

Calocephalus globosus

What is the common name of Calocephalus globosus?

Globe-headed Calocephalus

What is the habitat of Calocephalus globosus?

It is found in dry, rocky areas in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico

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

John Hutchinson (1884-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hutch.' in the authors string.
Munro Briggs Scott (1887-1917): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.B.Scott' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:188040-1: Based on the initial data import