Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Moore
Source:
gcc
Year:
1905
Citation Micro:
The Journal of Botany 43 1905
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000042865
Common Names
- Subspinescens Cratystylis
- Subspinescens Daisy
- Cratystylis Subspinescens
Description
Cratystylis subspinescens (also called Spiny-winged Cratystylis, among many other common names) is an annual herb with spiny leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Australia and grows in open woodlands and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Cratystylis subspinescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cratystylis subspinescens is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, with long, thin leaves and a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cratystylis subspinescens is a perennial herbaceous species native to Australia. It prefers well-drained soils in full sun. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny position. Division should be done in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Cratystylis subspinescens
Cratystylis subspinescens is native to South America, including Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay.
Cratystylis subspinescens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cratystylis subspinescens?
Cratystylis subspinescens
Where is Cratystylis subspinescens native to?
Australia
What type of plant is Cratystylis subspinescens?
Herbaceous perennial
Species in the Cratystylis genus
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,