Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
adenophora
ID:
35940

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.L.McDougall & N.G.Walsh

Source:
gcc

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Muelleria 26(2): 5 (-7; fig. 1) (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000035269



Common Names

  • Drumsticks
  • Billy Buttons
  • Golden Balls


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Description

Craspedia adenophora (also called Woolly Globe Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Australia. It has a basal rosette of leaves and small, yellow daisy-like flowers. It is found in grasslands, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Craspedia adenophora is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Craspedia adenophora is a yellow, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a rosette-like shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Craspedia adenophora is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division in the spring. It can also be propagated from seed, but this is a slow process. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and should be watered regularly. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9.

Where to Find Craspedia adenophora

Craspedia adenophora is native to Australia and can be found in the eastern and western parts of the country.

Craspedia adenophora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Craspedia adenophora?

Craspedia adenophora

What is the common name of Craspedia adenophora?

Woolly Billy

What is the family of Craspedia adenophora?

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-134113: Based on the initial data import
Neville Grant Walsh (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.G.Walsh' in the authors string.
Keith Leonard McDougall: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.L.McDougall' in the authors string.