Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
cotula
ID:
31492

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Paul G.Wilson

Source:
gcc

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 7(1): 93 (1989): (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000030821



Common Names

  • Cotula Hyalosperma
  • Cotula Aster
  • Cotula Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Helipterum cotula (Benth.) DC. [unknown]
  • Argyrocome cotula Kuntze [unknown]
  • Helipterum citrinum Steetz [unknown]
  • Helichrysum cotula Benth. [unknown]
  • Roccardia cotula (DC.) Voss [unknown]

Description

Hyalosperma cotula (also called 'Cotula', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Australia. It has small yellow flowers and narrow, linear leaves. It grows in sandy soils and prefers full sun.

Uses & Benefits

Hyalosperma cotula is used in traditional medicine to treat skin diseases, as an ornamental plant, and as a source of food for animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hyalosperma cotula has small, yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin, upright stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hyalosperma cotula is a low-growing, mat-forming perennial that is native to Australia. It grows in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by division in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Hyalosperma cotula

Hyalosperma cotula can be found in the dry grasslands of Southern Africa, from Namibia to South Africa.

Hyalosperma cotula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hyalosperma cotula?

Hyalosperma cotula

What type of plant is Hyalosperma cotula?

It is an annual herb

Where is Hyalosperma cotula found?

It is found in South America

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-129813: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Paul Graham Wilson (b.1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Paul G.Wilson' in the authors string.