Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
piliferus
ID:
100155

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Thell.) B.Nord.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 92: 147 (1987): (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000099484



Common Names

  • Cotton Thistle
  • Silver Thistle
  • Cymbopappus piliferus


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Description

Cymbopappus piliferus (also called Common Cymbopappus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that is native to the Mediterranean region. It typically grows to a height of 1 m and has grey-green leaves. It grows in dry, sandy soils and is often found in scrub and woodland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cymbopappus piliferus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat skin ailments, as an anti-inflammatory, and as a diuretic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cymbopappus piliferus is yellow and daisy-like. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cymbopappus piliferus is an evergreen shrub that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C.

Where to Find Cymbopappus piliferus

Cymbopappus piliferus is native to South Africa and is found in dry, grassy areas.

Cymbopappus piliferus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cymbopappus piliferus?

Cymbopappus piliferus

What is the common name of Cymbopappus piliferus?

Hairy Cymbopappus

What is the natural habitat of Cymbopappus piliferus?

Dry 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-5618: Based on the initial data import
Bertil Nordenstam (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Nord.' in the authors string.
Albert Thellung (1881-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thell.' in the authors string.