Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrocephala
ID:
88098

Status:
valid

Authors:
Orchard

Source:
gcc

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 17(6): 539 (-542; figs. 3-4) (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000087427



Common Names

  • Cassinia
  • Large-headed Cassinia
  • Large-leaf Cassinia


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Description

Cassinia macrocephala (also called large-headed cassinia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It grows in dry woodlands and heathlands.

Uses & Benefits

Cassinia macrocephala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a ground cover in areas where grass does not grow well.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cassinia macrocephala sub. macrocephala
Cassinia macrocephala sub. tenuis Orchard
Cassinia macrocephala sub. petrapendula Orchard
Cassinia macrocephala sub. storyi Orchard

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cassinia macrocephala is a yellow-greenish color and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a white stem and green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cassinia macrocephala is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is best to divide the plant in the spring or fall for best results. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of climates.

Where to Find Cassinia macrocephala

Cassinia macrocephala is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands and heathlands.

Cassinia macrocephala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cassinia macrocephala?

Cassinia macrocephala

What is the common name of Cassinia macrocephala?

Large-headed Cassinia

What is the family of Cassinia macrocephala?

Asteraceae

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-4379: Based on the initial data import
Anthony Edward Orchard (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Orchard' in the authors string.