Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
delicatus
ID:
119677

Status:
valid

Authors:
(D.G.Drury) Holub

Source:
gcc

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Folia Geobot. Phytotax. 9(3): 270 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000119006



Common Names

  • Euchiton
  • Euchiton Delicatus
  • Delicatus


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Synonyms

  • Gnaphalium delicatum D.G.Drury [unknown]
  • Euchiton delicatus (D.G.Drury) Anderb. [unknown]

Description

Euchiton delicatus (also called Delicate Cudweed, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Australia. It grows to a height of 30cm and has white flowers. It is found in grasslands, open woodlands and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Euchiton delicatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive and respiratory issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Euchiton delicatus is a small, white, five-petalled flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped with a white-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Euchiton delicatus is a perennial herb native to Australia. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame or in a pot filled with moist, well-drained soil. Division should be done in early spring or autumn.

Where to Find Euchiton delicatus

Euchiton delicatus is native to Australia and can be found in New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia.

Euchiton delicatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Euchiton delicatus?

Euchiton delicatus

What is the natural habitat of Euchiton delicatus?

Grasslands and open woodlands

What are the common uses of Euchiton delicatus?

Medicinal, ornamental, and timber

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-80310: Based on the initial data import
Josef Holub (1930-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Holub' in the authors string.
David Geoffrey Drury (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.G.Drury' in the authors string.