Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
ottoensis
ID:
11797

Status:
valid

Authors:
(P.Royen) Veldkamp

Source:
gcc

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Blumea 36(1): 174 (1991): (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000011126



Common Names

  • Papuacalia ottoensis
  • Ottoensis Papuacalia
  • Ottoensis


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Synonyms

  • Senecio ottoensis P.Royen [unknown]

Description

Papuacalia ottoensis (also called 'Otto's papuacalia', among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Australia. It has small, yellow flowers and small, oval leaves. It grows in dry, sandy soils in open grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Papuacalia ottoensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Papuacalia ottoensis is yellow and has five petals. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Papuacalia ottoensis is a perennial herb that grows in moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by division or cuttings. It is best to divide the plant in the spring or early summer and replant it in a new location. Cuttings can be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a pot filled with moist soil. Keep the soil moist and the cutting should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Papuacalia ottoensis

Papuacalia ottoensis is native to Australia and can be found in dry grasslands, scrub, and rocky slopes. It is also found in parts of New South Wales, Queensland, and Western Australia.

Papuacalia ottoensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Papuacalia ottoensis?

Papuacalia ottoensis

What is the common name of Papuacalia ottoensis?

Otto's Papuacalia

Where is Papuacalia ottoensis native to?

Australia

What type of soil does Papuacalia ottoensis prefer?

Well-drained, sandy soil

How tall does Papuacalia ottoensis grow?

Up to 12 inches

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-110782: Based on the initial data import
Jan Frederik Veldkamp (1941-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Veldkamp' in the authors string.
Pieter van Royen (1923-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Royen' in the authors string.