Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vulgaris
ID:
127447

Status:
valid

Authors:
Levyns

Source:
gcc

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 7: 133 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000126776



Common Names

  • Common Cotula
  • Buttonweed
  • Stinking Bob


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Synonyms

  • Cotula vulgaris vulgaris [unknown]

Description

Cotula vulgaris (also called common brass buttons, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Europe and North Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and produces yellow flowers in the summer. It grows in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cotula vulgaris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for bees. It is also used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments, including digestive issues, skin problems, and respiratory issues.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cotula vulgaris var. australasica J.H.Willis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cotula vulgaris is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cotula vulgaris is an annual herb that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Cotula vulgaris

Cotula vulgaris can be found in the southern parts of Africa, including South Africa, Botswana, and Namibia.

Cotula vulgaris FAQ

What is the ideal soil pH for Cotula vulgaris?

Cotula vulgaris prefers a soil pH of 6.0 to 7.5.

What is the best time to plant Cotula vulgaris?

Cotula vulgaris should be planted in the spring or fall.

How much sunlight does Cotula vulgaris need?

Cotula vulgaris prefers full sun to partial shade.

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-87792: Based on the initial data import
Margaret Levyns (1890-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Levyns' in the authors string.