Status:
valid
Authors:
(H.M.Hall) Urbatsch, R.P.Roberts & Neubig
Source:
gcc
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Sida 21(3): 1619 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000039499
Common Names
- Cuniculotinus gramineus
- Gramineus Cuniculotinus
- Gramineus Grass-Like Cudweed
Synonyms
- Petradoria discoidea L.C.Anderson [unknown]
- Chrysothamnus gramineus H.M.Hall [unknown]
- Ericameria graminea (H.M.Hall) L.C.Anderson [unknown]
Description
Cuniculotinus gramineus (also called grass thistle, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to Europe and North Africa. It has a hairy stem and yellow flowers. It is found in grasslands, disturbed sites, and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Cuniculotinus gramineus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin diseases and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cuniculotinus gramineus is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cuniculotinus gramineus is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or division. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil in the spring and keep the soil moist. When propagating by division, divide the plant in the spring and replant the divisions in a well-draining soil.
Where to Find Cuniculotinus gramineus
Cuniculotinus gramineus is native to South America and can be found in the Amazon rainforest.
Cuniculotinus gramineus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cuniculotinus gramineus?
Cuniculotinus gramineus
What is the common name of Cuniculotinus gramineus?
Grass-leaved Cuniculotinus
What is the family of Cuniculotinus gramineus?
Asteraceae
Species in the Cuniculotinus 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,