Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
accipitrum
ID:
4932

Status:
valid

Authors:
Orchard

Source:
gcc

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 17(6): 562 (-564; fig. 15) (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000004261



Common Names

  • Cassinia accipitrum
  • Hawk's Cassinia
  • Hawk's Grevillea


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Description

Cassinia accipitrum (also called Bird's Nest Shrub, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Australia. It has a woody stem and yellow flowers. It grows in woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cassinia accipitrum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments such as fever, stomach ache, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cassinia accipitrum is yellow and has a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a white pappus. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cassinia accipitrum is a perennial plant that prefers full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate drought. Propagation is done by seed or division of the clumps.

Where to Find Cassinia accipitrum

Cassinia accipitrum is native to Australia and can be found in dry, open woodlands and grasslands.

Cassinia accipitrum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cassinia accipitrum?

Cassinia accipitrum

What is the common name of Cassinia accipitrum?

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What is the natural habitat of Cassinia accipitrum?

Cassinia accipitrum is native to Australia and grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Species in the Cassinia genus

Cassinia tenuifolia, Cassinia monticola, Cassinia accipitrum, Cassinia hewsoniae, Cassinia subtropica, Cassinia ochracea, Cassinia longifolia, Cassinia aureonitens, Cassinia vauvilliersii, Cassinia compacta, Cassinia scabrida, Cassinia quinquefaria, Cassinia amoenatorta, Cassinia telfordii, Cassinia nivalis, Cassinia cunninghamii, Cassinia laevis, Cassinia aculeata, Cassinia trinerva, Cassinia uncata, Cassinia theresae, Cassinia uncata, Cassinia furtiva, Cassinia straminea, Cassinia wyberbensis, Cassinia adunca, Cassinia arcuata, Cassinia decipiens, Cassinia heleniae, Cassinia copensis, Cassinia denticulata, Cassinia tegulata, Cassinia fulvida, Cassinia diminuta, Cassinia ozothamnoides, Cassinia lepschii, Cassinia macrocephala, Cassinia adunca, Cassinia retorta, Cassinia amoena, Cassinia complanata, Cassinia theodori, Cassinia collina, Cassinia rugata, Cassinia maritima, Cassinia venusta, Cassinia leptocephala, Cassinia thinicola, Cassinia wilsoniae,

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,

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