Status:
valid
Authors:
Gaudich.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1829
Citation Micro:
Voy. Uranie : 462 (1829)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000083958
Common Names
- Lawson's cymbonotus
- Cymbonotus lawsonianus
- Cymbonotus
Description
Cymbonotus lawsonianus (also called 'Lawson's Cypress', 'Lawson's Cypress-grass' and 'Lawson's Cypress-sedge', among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial that grows up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to the western United States and is found in dry, sandy soils. Its leaves are alternate, linear-lanceolate, and up to 5 cm long. Its flowers are yellow and clustered in small, globose heads.
Uses & Benefits
Cymbonotus lawsonianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cymbonotus lawsonianus is yellow and daisy-like, with five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and long, with narrow, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cymbonotus lawsonianus is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized every few months. Pruning should be done in the spring to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Cymbonotus lawsonianus
Cymbonotus lawsonianus is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands and disturbed areas.
Cymbonotus lawsonianus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cymbonotus lawsonianus?
Cymbonotus lawsonianus
What are the common names of Cymbonotus lawsonianus?
Lawson's Daisy
What is the habitat of Cymbonotus lawsonianus?
Cymbonotus lawsonianus is found in dry, sandy soils in open grasslands and disturbed areas
Species in the Cymbonotus genus
Species in the Asteraceae family
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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,