Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
corymbosa
ID:
38762

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.C.Wendl.

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:
Coll. Pl. 2: 13

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000038091



Common Names

  • Corymbose Waitzia
  • Waitzia Daisy
  • Waitzia Fleabane


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Synonyms

  • Waitzia discolor Turcz. [unknown]
  • Helichrysum decumbens portensch. ex Walp. [unknown]

Description

Waitzia corymbosa (also called Corymb waitzia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Australia. It has small yellow flowers and grows in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, disturbed areas, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Waitzia corymbosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive problems, skin diseases, and infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Waitzia corymbosa is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Waitzia corymbosa is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated by seed or division. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. When propagating by division, divide the clumps of plants in the spring or fall and replant in a sunny location. Water regularly until the plants are established.

Where to Find Waitzia corymbosa

Waitzia corymbosa is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, sunny areas such as hillsides and rocky outcrops.

Waitzia corymbosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Waitzia corymbosa?

Waitzia corymbosa

What type of plant is Waitzia corymbosa?

A perennial herb

What is the natural habitat of Waitzia corymbosa?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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,

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