Calotis squamigera - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
squamigera
ID:
19405
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.T.White
Source:
gcc
Year:
1947
Citation Micro:
Proc. Roy. Soc. Queensland 57: 32 (1947)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000018734
Common Names
- Calotis squamigera
- Scaly Burr-Daisy
- Scaly Burr Daisy
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calotis squamigera (also called the scaly burr-daisy, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Australia, and is found in arid and semi-arid areas, such as grasslands and shrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Calotis squamigera is used as a medicinal plant and is known for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Calotis squamigera has small, yellow flowers with yellow disk florets and white ray florets. Its seeds are small, dark brown and slightly flattened. The seedlings are hairy and have oval-shaped cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calotis squamigera is an annual herb that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by sowing the seeds in spring or autumn. It can also be grown from cuttings.
Where to Find Calotis squamigera
Calotis squamigera is native to Australia and can be found in dry grasslands and woodlands.
Calotis squamigera FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calotis squamigera?
Calotis squamigera
Where is Calotis squamigera found?
Calotis squamigera is found in Mexico.
What is the habitat of Calotis squamigera?
Calotis squamigera is found in dry, scrubby 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-118112: Based on the initial data import
Cyril Tenison White (1890-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.T.White' in the authors string.