Calotis lappulacea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lappulacea
ID:
116275
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1837
Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. : 60 (1837)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000115604
Common Names
- Lappulacean Burr-daisy
- Calotis lappulacea
- Calotis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calotis lappulacea (also called Common Burr Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Australia. It prefers dry, sandy soils and can be found in grasslands, woodlands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Calotis lappulacea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin and respiratory problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Calotis lappulacea is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedling is a small, thin plant with a rosette of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calotis lappulacea is a small, perennial herb native to Australia. It is found in dry, rocky areas and is easy to propagate from seed. The seed should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil. The seedlings should be thinned out and transplanted when they are large enough to handle. It can also be propagated by division in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Calotis lappulacea
Calotis lappulacea is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands and grasslands.
Calotis lappulacea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calotis lappulacea?
Calotis lappulacea
What is the common name of Calotis lappulacea?
Lappulacean Burr-daisy
What is the natural habitat of Calotis lappulacea?
Calotis lappulacea is native to Australia and is found in dry, rocky areas.
Species in the Calotis genus
Calotis dentex, Calotis anamitica, Calotis cymbacantha, Calotis kempei, Calotis glandulosa, Calotis squamigera, Calotis xanthosioidea, Calotis breviseta, Calotis inermis, Calotis ancyrocarpa, Calotis scabiosifolia, Calotis caespitosa, Calotis scapigera, Calotis plumulifera, Calotis pubescens, Calotis cuneata, Calotis porphyroglossa, Calotis anamitica, Calotis anthemoides, Calotis lappulacea, Calotis breviradiata, Calotis hispidula, Calotis erinacea, Calotis glabrescens, Calotis latiuscula, Calotis suffruticosa, Calotis moorei, Calotis cuneifolia,
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-7705: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.