Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
breviscapus
ID:
127565

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mattf.) Anderb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 104: 167 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000126894



Common Names

  • Short-spike Euchiton
  • Short-spiked Euchiton
  • Short-headed Euchiton


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Description

Euchiton breviscapus (also called 'Short-Scaped Euchiton', 'Short-Scaped Buttonweed' and 'Short-Scaped Cudweed', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Australia. It is found in grasslands, meadows, pastures and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Euchiton breviscapus is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and can be used to attract bees and other pollinators. It is also used in herbal medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Euchiton breviscapus is white and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Euchiton breviscapus is a perennial herb that is native to Australia. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring and division can be done in the fall or early spring.

Where to Find Euchiton breviscapus

Euchiton breviscapus is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands, grasslands, and heathlands.

Euchiton breviscapus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Euchiton breviscapus?

Euchiton breviscapus

What is the common name of Euchiton breviscapus?

Short-stemmed Cudweed

What is the natural habitat of Euchiton breviscapus?

Grasslands, woodlands, and coastal 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-87908: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Mattfeld (1895-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mattf.' in the authors string.
Arne A. Anderberg (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Anderb.' in the authors string.