Status:
valid
Authors:
Cass.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1828
Citation Micro:
Dict. Sci. Nat., ed. 2. 56: 217 (1828)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000090711
Common Names
- Decipiens Euchiton
- Decipiens False Buttonweed
- Decipiens False Daisy
Description
Euchiton decipiens (also called Common Euchiton, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Australia and New Zealand. It grows in a wide range of habitats, from coastal to montane areas, and is often found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Euchiton decipiens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and as a food source.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Euchiton decipiens has small white flowers with five petals, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have two cotyledons that are oval-shaped.
Cultivation and Propagation
Euchiton decipiens is an annual herb that can be propagated by seed. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It can be propagated by seed or division.
Where to Find Euchiton decipiens
Euchiton decipiens is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales and Queensland.
Euchiton decipiens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Euchiton decipiens?
Euchiton decipiens
What type of plant is Euchiton decipiens?
Perennial
What is the natural habitat of Euchiton decipiens?
Grassy areas
Species in the Euchiton genus
Euchiton lateralis,
Euchiton sphaericus,
Euchiton polylepis,
Euchiton limosus,
Euchiton involucratus,
Euchiton traversii,
Euchiton collinus,
Euchiton gymnocephalus,
Euchiton litticola,
Euchiton argentifolius,
Euchiton brassii,
Euchiton paludosus,
Euchiton ruahinicus,
Euchiton japonicus,
Euchiton audax,
Euchiton umbricola,
Euchiton decipiens,
Euchiton ensifer,
Euchiton delicatus,
Euchiton breviscapus,
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,