Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
glandulosa
ID:
13052

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1855

Citation Micro:
Trans. & Proc. Victorian Inst. Advancem. Sci. (1855) 129.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000012381



Common Names

  • Calotis
  • Button Everlasting
  • Button Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Huenefeldia coronopifolia Walp. [unknown]

Description

Calotis glandulosa (also called Australian Burr-daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 40 cm tall. It has yellow flower heads with white bracts and small, hairy leaves. It is native to Australia and is found in grasslands, woodlands, and open forests.

Uses & Benefits

Calotis glandulosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calotis glandulosa is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and white petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calotis glandulosa is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-10.

Where to Find Calotis glandulosa

Calotis glandulosa is native to Australia and can be found in dry, grassy areas.

Calotis glandulosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calotis glandulosa?

Calotis glandulosa

What is the common name of Calotis glandulosa?

Australian Burr Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Calotis glandulosa?

Grassy areas of Australia

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