Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
copensis
ID:
76000

Status:
valid

Authors:
Orchard

Source:
gcc

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 17(5): 478 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000075329



Common Names

  • Cassinia copensis
  • Copensis Cassinia
  • Copensis


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Description

Cassinia copensis (also called 'Coast cassinia', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Australia. It has small, yellow flowers and is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Cassinia copensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cassinia copensis has small yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. Its seedlings have bright green leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cassinia copensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in spring or early summer in a sunny spot. To propagate from cuttings, take cuttings from the stems in spring or early summer and place in a pot of moist soil. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, sunny location until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Cassinia copensis

Cassinia copensis is found in the coastal regions of New South Wales, Australia.

Cassinia copensis FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Cassinia copensis?

Cassinia copensis is native to New Zealand.

What type of soil does Cassinia copensis prefer?

Cassinia copensis prefers well-drained, sandy soils.

What type of climate does Cassinia copensis prefer?

Cassinia copensis prefers cool, moist climates.

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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