Papuacalia aurea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aurea
ID:
91571
Status:
valid
Authors:
Veldkamp
Source:
gcc
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Blumea 36(1): 170 (1991) (1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000090900
Common Names
- Golden Papuacalia
- Papuacalia Aurea
- Golden Papuacalia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Papuacalia aurea (also called golden papuacalia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub, growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to Australia, and grows in moist, shady areas, such as forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Papuacalia aurea is an edible plant that is used in cooking. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive yellow flowers.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Papuacalia aurea sub. aureaPapuacalia aurea sub. giluweensis Veldkamp
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Papuacalia aurea is yellow, with a diameter of about 2 cm. The seeds are small, brown and round-shaped. The seedlings are small, with a single, long, narrow leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Papuacalia aurea can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny spot, and the plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart. Division can be done in spring or autumn, and the plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun.
Where to Find Papuacalia aurea
Papuacalia aurea can be found in the western United States, from California to Montana.
Papuacalia aurea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Papuacalia aurea?
Papuacalia aurea
What is the common name of Papuacalia aurea?
Golden Papuacalia
What is the best soil type for Papuacalia aurea?
Papuacalia aurea prefers well-drained, sandy soils in full sun.
Species in the Papuacalia genus
Papuacalia veldkampii, Papuacalia ottoensis, Papuacalia sandsii, Papuacalia yuleensis, Papuacalia valentini, Papuacalia versteegii, Papuacalia milleri, Papuacalia saruwagedensis, Papuacalia glossophylla, Papuacalia carstenszensis, Papuacalia dindondl, Papuacalia aurea, Papuacalia kukul, Papuacalia mogrere, Papuacalia gandin, Papuacalia kandambren, Papuacalia titoi,
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-4718: Based on the initial data import
Jan Frederik Veldkamp (1941-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Veldkamp' in the authors string.