Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
coelopoda
ID:
77926

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Boiss.) Boiss.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. , ser. 2, 3: 21 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000077255



Common Names

  • Coelopoda Cota
  • Coelopoda Starthistle
  • Coelopoda Knapweed


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Synonyms

  • Cota brachycentros J.Gay [unknown]
  • Anthemis coelopoda Boiss. [unknown]
  • Anthemis cota longicuspidata Eig [unknown]
  • Anthemis altissima Boiss. [unknown]
  • Anthemis cota brevicuspidata Eig [unknown]
  • Anthemis rigida Nábělek [unknown]

Description

Cota coelopoda (also called woolly cudweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a single stem that can reach up to 40 cm in height. Its leaves are oblong and have toothed margins. It has small yellow flowers. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Cota coelopoda is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for its medicinal properties. It is used to make herbal teas and is also used as a natural insect repellent.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cota coelopoda var. bourgaei (Boiss.) Özbek & Vural
Cota coelopoda var. longiloba (Grierson) Özbek & Vural

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cota coelopoda is a yellow-white daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cota coelopoda is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize in spring. Deadhead spent flowers to promote re-blooming.

Where to Find Cota coelopoda

Cota coelopoda is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Cota coelopoda FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cota coelopoda?

Cota coelopoda

What is the common name of Cota coelopoda?

Woolly Cudweed

What is the habitat of Cota coelopoda?

It is found in dry, open areas such as grasslands, meadows, and roadsides.

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-33889: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.