Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
densifolium
ID:
1326908

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.M.Black ex N.G.Walsh

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Muelleria 32: 30 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339362



Common Names

  • Coronidium densifolium
  • Densifolium Coronidium
  • Mountain Coronidium


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Description

Coronidium densifolium (also called Dense-leaved Coronidium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to the Andes Mountains in Peru and Bolivia. It is an annual herb with lance-shaped leaves and white and yellow flowers. It grows in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Coronidium densifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is a great choice for xeriscaping and can be used as a hedge or screen.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Coronidium densifolium is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coronidium densifolium is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. It can be propagated by seed or division.

Where to Find Coronidium densifolium

Coronidium densifolium is native to Australia, and can be found in the wild in New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.

Coronidium densifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coronidium densifolium?

Coronidium densifolium

What type of environment does Coronidium densifolium prefer?

Coronidium densifolium prefers humid, tropical environments.

What type of soil does Coronidium densifolium need?

Coronidium densifolium needs well-draining, acidic 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

John McConnell Black (1855-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.Black' in the authors string.
Neville Grant Walsh (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.G.Walsh' in the authors string.