Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
platycephalus
ID:
95463

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 3: 576 (1867)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000094792



Common Names

  • Calocephalus platycephalus
  • Silver Bush
  • Silver Top


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Description

Calocephalus platycephalus (also called flat-headed everlasting, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has a basal rosette of leaves that are oblong to lanceolate in shape, with yellow flowers. It is native to Australia, and is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Calocephalus platycephalus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also grown in pots and containers. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, cold, cough, and asthma.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calocephalus platycephalus is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center and a white margin. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calocephalus platycephalus is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. When propagating from seed, sow the seeds in a seed tray filled with a good quality potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate drainage. Once the seedlings are established, transplant them into individual pots or into the garden. When propagating from cuttings, take cuttings in late spring or early summer. Use a sharp knife to take cuttings from the tips of the stems. Plant the cuttings in a pot filled with a good quality potting mix and keep the soil moist. The cuttings should root in a few weeks.

Where to Find Calocephalus platycephalus

Calocephalus platycephalus is native to Australia and can be found in Queensland, New South Wales, and Victoria.

Calocephalus platycephalus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calocephalus platycephalus?

Calocephalus platycephalus

What is the common name of Calocephalus platycephalus?

Flat-headed Everlasting

What is the natural habitat of Calocephalus platycephalus?

Grassy slopes and open woodlands

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-50992: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.