Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paradoxa
ID:
131108

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schinz

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:
Mem. Herb. Boiss. 20: 36.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000130437



Common Names

  • Cotula paradoxa
  • Paradox Cotula
  • Paradoxical Cotula


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Description

Cotula paradoxa (also called False Mayweed, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Europe and Asia. It has small, oval leaves and yellow flower heads. It prefers to grow in disturbed areas such as roadsides and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Cotula paradoxa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a windbreak. It is also used in the production of honey and forage for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cotula paradoxa has a yellow flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cotula paradoxa is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done from seed. The seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained potting mix. Keep the soil moist and the seeds should germinate within 4-6 weeks.

Where to Find Cotula paradoxa

Cotula paradoxa is native to the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece.

Cotula paradoxa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cotula paradoxa?

Cotula paradoxa

What is the common name of Cotula paradoxa?

Paradoxical Cotula

What is the natural habitat of Cotula paradoxa?

It is found in dry, rocky areas and scrubland in the Mediterranean region

Species in the Cotula genus

Cotula alpina, Cotula eckloniana, Cotula macroglossa, Cotula montana, Cotula cryptocephala, Cotula nigellifolia, Cotula thunbergii, Cotula myriophylloides, Cotula fallax, Cotula pusilla, Cotula abyssinica, Cotula lineariloba, Cotula melaleuca, Cotula australis, Cotula socialis, Cotula pterocarpa, Cotula zeyheri, Cotula myriophylloides, Cotula bipinnata, Cotula duckittiae, Cotula membranifolia, Cotula goughensis, Cotula burchellii, Cotula filifolia, Cotula leptalea, Cotula turbinata, Cotula barbata, Cotula bracteolata, Cotula mariae, Cotula melaleuca, Cotula nudicaulis, Cotula andreae, Cotula moseleyi, Cotula ceniifolia, Cotula pedicellata, Cotula paludosa, Cotula loganii, Cotula cinereum, Cotula cotuloides, Cotula dielsii, Cotula hemisphaerica, Cotula sororia, Cotula heterocarpa, Cotula villosa, Cotula anthemoides, Cotula pedunculata, Cotula microglossa, Cotula goughensis, Cotula vulgaris, Cotula laxa,

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-91335: Based on the initial data import
Hans Schinz (1858-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schinz' in the authors string.