Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
limosus
ID:
30114

Status:
valid

Authors:
(D.G.Drury) Holub

Source:
gcc

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Folia Geobot. Phytotax. 9(3): 271 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000029443



Common Names

  • Euchiton Limosus
  • Limosus Euchiton
  • Euchiton Limosus


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Description

Euchiton limosus (also called 'Grey Cottonweed', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Australia and is found in grasslands and meadows. It has a hairy stem and produces white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Euchiton limosus is an ornamental plant that is commonly used in gardens and landscapes. It has attractive white flowers and can be used as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating respiratory issues and as an anti-inflammatory.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Euchiton limosus is a white, daisy-like head of florets. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a tuft of white hairs at the top. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves that are oval-shaped and covered in soft hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Euchiton limosus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized in the spring. Deadheading the flowers will help to promote more blooms.

Where to Find Euchiton limosus

Euchiton limosus can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, France, and Italy.

Euchiton limosus FAQ

What are the common names of Euchiton limosus?

Slender Cudweed

What is the growth habit of Euchiton limosus?

It is an annual herb with a single stem and a few leaves.

What is the flowering season of Euchiton limosus?

It flowers from April to August.

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-128453: 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.