Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aculeata
ID:
36569

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Labill.) R.Br.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1818

Citation Micro:
Observations on the Natural Family of Plants called Compositae 1817 = Transactions of the Linnean Society of London 12 (25 Feb. 1818) 127

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000035898



Common Names

  • Cassinia
  • Bushy Cassinia
  • Silver Bush


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Description

Cassinia aculeata (also called Prickly Cassinia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It grows in dry habitats, such as woodlands and scrublands, and can reach up to 2 meters in height.

Uses & Benefits

Cassinia aculeata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food for livestock.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cassinia aculeata var. aculeata
Cassinia aculeata sub. nova-anglica Orchard

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cassinia aculeata is a yellow-green color with a single head on each stem. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cassinia aculeata is an evergreen shrub native to Australia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil pH levels.

Where to Find Cassinia aculeata

Cassinia aculeata is native to Australia and can be found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

Cassinia aculeata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cassinia aculeata?

Cassinia aculeata

What is the family of Cassinia aculeata?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Cassinia aculeata?

Common Cassinia

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-134719: Based on the initial data import
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
Jacques Labillardière (1755-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Labill.' in the authors string.