Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
major
ID:
33182

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.f.) Allan

Source:
gcc

Year:
1961

Citation Micro:
Fl. New Zealand i. 725 (1961)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000032511



Common Names

  • Large Craspedia
  • Large Billy-buttons
  • Large Billy Buttons


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Synonyms

  • Craspedia fimbriata major Hook.f. [unknown]

Description

Craspedia major (also called Large Craspedia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Australia. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flower heads. It grows in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Craspedia major is a flowering plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive issues. In addition, it is known to have antifungal and antibacterial properties, making it a useful plant for treating skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Craspedia major has bright yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Craspedia major is a perennial herb native to Australia and New Zealand. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, it is best to sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. When propagating from cuttings, it is best to take stem cuttings in the spring or summer and root them in a moist soil mix. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into individual pots.

Where to Find Craspedia major

Craspedia major can be found in Australia, New Zealand, and New Caledonia.

Craspedia major FAQ

What is the scientific name of Craspedia major?

Craspedia major

What type of plant is Craspedia major?

It is an evergreen shrub

What is the natural habitat of Craspedia major?

It is found in dry, rocky areas

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-131438: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Harry Allan (1882-1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Allan' in the authors string.