Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cunninghamii
ID:
74623

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 3: 530 (1867)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000073952



Common Names

  • Cunningham's Epaltes
  • Cunningham's Hawkweed
  • Cunningham's Matchstick


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Synonyms

  • Ethuliopsis dioica F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Ethuliopsis cunninghamii (Hook.) F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Erigerodes cunninghamii Kuntze [unknown]
  • Gynaphanes australis Steetz [unknown]
  • Ethulia cunninghamii Hook. [unknown]

Description

Epaltes cunninghamii (also called Cunningham's daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Australia. It is a low-growing plant with small, white flowers that grows in grassy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Epaltes cunninghamii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and for erosion control. It is also used in traditional medicine, as a source of food, and as a source of dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Epaltes cunninghamii is a small, yellow-green disc, with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong-shaped seed, with a diameter of 0.5-1 mm. The seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Epaltes cunninghamii is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed, and the seeds should be sown in the spring. The plant can also be propagated by division in the spring.

Where to Find Epaltes cunninghamii

Epaltes cunninghamii can be found in the grasslands of southern Australia.

Epaltes cunninghamii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Epaltes cunninghamii?

Epaltes cunninghamii

What is the common name of Epaltes cunninghamii?

Cunningham's Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Epaltes cunninghamii?

Grasslands, woodlands, and disturbed areas

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-3069: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.