Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
oldfieldianus
ID:
116582

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.S.Short

Source:
gcc

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Muelleria 7(2): 230 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000115911



Common Names

  • Chthonocephalus oldfieldianus
  • Oldfield's Mouse-ear
  • Oldfield's Hawkweed


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Description

Chthonocephalus oldfieldianus (also called 'Oldfield's Cudweed', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Africa and parts of Asia. It is found in open woodlands and grasslands. It has a rosette of leaves and small yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Chthonocephalus oldfieldianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and also for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chthonocephalus oldfieldianus is a small yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with one or two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chthonocephalus oldfieldianus is a perennial herb that can be propagated through seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in spring or summer. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. The plant should be grown in full sun and in an area with good air circulation.

Where to Find Chthonocephalus oldfieldianus

Chthonocephalus oldfieldianus is native to Australia and can be found in dry, open woodlands.

Chthonocephalus oldfieldianus FAQ

What are the common names of Chthonocephalus oldfieldianus?

Chthonocephalus oldfieldianus is commonly known as Oldfield's Daisy or Oldfield's Everlasting.

Where does Chthonocephalus oldfieldianus grow?

Chthonocephalus oldfieldianus is native to Australia.

What is the ideal climate for Chthonocephalus oldfieldianus?

Chthonocephalus oldfieldianus prefers a temperate climate with plenty of sunshine and well-drained soil.

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-77339: Based on the initial data import
Philip Sydney Short (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.S.Short' in the authors string.