Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
spathulatus
ID:
100778

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.S.Short

Source:
gcc

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Muelleria 7(2): 228 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000100107



Common Names

  • Chthonocephalus spathulatus
  • Spathulate Chthonocephalus
  • Spathulate Cushion-plant


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Description

Chthonocephalus spathulatus (also called Spathulate Chthonocephalus, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 10 cm in height. It is native to Australia and is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Chthonocephalus spathulatus is used in traditional medicine as a remedy for fever, headaches, and stomach ache. It is also used as an ornamental plant, as its flowers are very attractive.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chthonocephalus spathulatus is a yellow-green disc floret, and the seed is a small, black achene. The seedlings have a single, simple leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chthonocephalus spathulatus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly to keep the soil moist, but not soggy. Fertilize in spring with a balanced fertilizer. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage re-blooming.

Where to Find Chthonocephalus spathulatus

Chthonocephalus spathulatus is native to South Africa and can be found in the Western Cape.

Chthonocephalus spathulatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chthonocephalus spathulatus?

Chthonocephalus spathulatus

What is the family of Chthonocephalus spathulatus?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Chthonocephalus spathulatus?

Spathulate Chthonocephalus

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-5692: Based on the initial data import
Philip Sydney Short (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.S.Short' in the authors string.