Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ozothamnoides
ID:
81048

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) Orchard

Source:
gcc

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 17(5): 451 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000080377



Common Names

  • Ozothamnoides
  • Cassinia
  • Silver Cassinia


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Synonyms

  • Haeckeria ozothamnoides F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Calomeria ozothamnodes Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Cassinia ozothamnoides (also called Ozothamnus, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It grows in dry, open woodlands and has small, white flowers and long, narrow leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Cassinia ozothamnoides is used as a medicinal plant for treating joint pain, as a dye for fabrics, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cassinia ozothamnoides has yellow flowers with a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seeds are small, brown and have a diameter of about 1 mm. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cassinia ozothamnoides is a low-growing, evergreen, perennial shrub that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is native to Australia and can be propagated by seed or cuttings. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. When propagating by cuttings, the cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist.

Where to Find Cassinia ozothamnoides

Cassinia ozothamnoides can be found in New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia.

Cassinia ozothamnoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cassinia ozothamnoides?

Cassinia ozothamnoides

What are the common names of Cassinia ozothamnoides?

Common names for Cassinia ozothamnoides include Ozothamnus, Cassinia, and Silver Bush

What is the natural habitat of Cassinia ozothamnoides?

Cassinia ozothamnoides is native to Australia and is commonly found in dry sclerophyll forests and 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-36944: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Anthony Edward Orchard (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Orchard' in the authors string.