Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
uniflora
ID:
86320

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.Forst.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1786

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ins. Austr. : 58 (1786)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000085649



Common Names

  • Craspedia Uniflora
  • Uniflora Billy Button
  • Billy Button


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Synonyms

  • Staehelina fimbriata G.Forst. [unknown]
  • Staehelina fimbriata Forst. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Craspedia fimbriata fimbriata [unknown]
  • Craspedia fimbriata marginata Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Craspedia uniflora uniflora [unknown]

Description

Craspedia uniflora (also called Billy Buttons, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Australia. It has a single yellow flower head on a long stem and grows in grasslands, woodlands, and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Craspedia uniflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating digestive disorders and skin problems.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Craspedia uniflora var. maritima Allan

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Craspedia uniflora has small, yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Craspedia uniflora is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Australia. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring and division can be done in autumn or spring.

Where to Find Craspedia uniflora

Craspedia uniflora is native to New Zealand.

Craspedia uniflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Craspedia uniflora?

Craspedia uniflora

What is the common name of Craspedia uniflora?

One-flowered Craspedia

What is the natural habitat of Craspedia uniflora?

Craspedia uniflora is native to Australia, where it grows in dry, rocky habitats such as cliffs and rocky slopes.

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-42049: Based on the initial data import
Georg Forster (1754-1794): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Forst.' in the authors string.