Calotis scapigera - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
scapigera
ID:
46228
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1848
Citation Micro:
J. Exped. Trop. Australia : 75 (1848)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000045557
Common Names
- Scapigerous Burr-daisy
- Calotis scapigera
- Scapigerous Burr Daisy
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calotis scapigera (also called Australian Burr-daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Australia. It has a prostrate habit and grows up to 20 cm in height. It is found in open grasslands and woodlands, and is often found in disturbed sites.
Uses & Benefits
Calotis scapigera is a medicinal plant that is used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant and as a natural dye.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Calotis scapigera are yellow and daisy-like, with a central disc of yellow disc florets surrounded by yellow ray florets. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calotis scapigera can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in early spring or fall. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Calotis scapigera
Calotis scapigera can be found in Australia.
Calotis scapigera FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calotis scapigera?
Calotis scapigera
What is the common name of Calotis scapigera?
Scapigera burr-daisy
What is the family of Calotis scapigera?
Asteraceae
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-144058: Based on the initial data import
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.