Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
semipapposum
ID:
13467

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Labill.) Steetz

Source:
gcc

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Plantae Preissianae 1(4) 1845 in nota.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000012796



Common Names

  • Chrysocephalum Semipapposum
  • Semipapposum Chrysocephalum
  • Semipapposum


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Description

Chrysocephalum semipapposum (also called the Semi-pappose Chrysocephalum, among many other common names) is a small, tufted perennial herb. It is native to Australia, where it is found in open woodlands and heathlands. It grows in sandy, loamy, and clay soils and prefers well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Chrysocephalum semipapposum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Chrysocephalum semipapposum sub. lineare Paul G.Wilson
Chrysocephalum semipapposum sub. brevifolium (Sond.) Paul G.Wilson
Chrysocephalum semipapposum sub. asperum (Steetz) Paul G.Wilson
Chrysocephalum semipapposum sub. occidentale (Benth.) Paul G.Wilson
Chrysocephalum semipapposum sub. semipapposum

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chrysocephalum semipapposum is a small, yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, pale green and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chrysocephalum semipapposum can be propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done in early spring or fall. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame or in a seedbed. The seedlings should be transplanted into individual pots when they are large enough to handle. The plants should be grown in a sunny spot in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Chrysocephalum semipapposum

Chrysocephalum semipapposum is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands and grasslands in New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia.

Chrysocephalum semipapposum FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Chrysocephalum semipapposum?

Chrysocephalum semipapposum prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

What is the size of Chrysocephalum semipapposum?

Chrysocephalum semipapposum is a small shrub that grows up to 1.5m in height and 1m in width.

What is the flowering period of Chrysocephalum semipapposum?

Chrysocephalum semipapposum flowers from late spring to early summer, with its peak flowering period in late spring.

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-112380: Based on the initial data import
Joachim Steetz (1804-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steetz' in the authors string.
Jacques Labillardière (1755-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Labill.' in the authors string.