Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
paludosus
ID:
41338

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Durieu) Alavi

Source:
gcc

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Phyton (Horn) 17(3-4): 325 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000040667

Common Names

  • Paludosus Coleostephus
  • Coleostephus
  • Cushion Bush

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Synonyms

  • Myconia paludosa (Durieu) Briq. & Cavill. [unknown]
  • Leucanthemum clausonis (Pomel) P.Giraud [unknown]
  • Coleostephus hybridus Lange [unknown]
  • Kremeria paludosa Durieu [unknown]
  • Coleostephus clausonis Pomel [unknown]

Description

Coleostephus paludosus (also called Marsh Cottonweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It typically grows in grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Coleostephus paludosus is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and stomach pain. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Coleostephus paludosus has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have small, delicate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coleostephus paludosus is a perennial shrub that grows up to 4 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is typically done through cuttings or division of existing plants.

Where to Find Coleostephus paludosus

Coleostephus paludosus is native to the Mediterranean region of Europe and North Africa.

Coleostephus paludosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coleostephus paludosus?

Coleostephus paludosus

What is the common name of Coleostephus paludosus?

Marsh Goldenaster

What is the family of Coleostephus paludosus?

Asteraceae

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-139326: Based on the initial data import
Michel Charles Durieu de Maisonneuve (1796-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Durieu' in the authors string.
S.A. Alavi (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Alavi' in the authors string.