Cochlospermum planchonii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
planchonii
ID:
903203
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook.f. ex Planch.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1847
Citation Micro:
London J. Bot. 6: 309 (1847)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000902538
Common Names
- Planchonii Buttercup
- Planchonii Cochlospermum
- Planchonii Cup-of-Gold
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cochlospermum planchonii (also called Yellow Floss Silk Tree, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to Central and South America. It has a spreading habit and grows to a height of 15–20 m. It has yellow flowers with long, silky stamens. It is found in dry, sandy soils in open woodlands and disturbed sites.
Uses & Benefits
Cochlospermum planchonii is used for erosion control, as an ornamental grass, and for the production of hay and forage.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cochlospermum planchonii has a flower with five yellow petals and a long, slender awn. The seed is a small, dark brown, three-sided nutlet. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cochlospermum planchonii is a perennial shrub that grows in clumps and can reach up to 2 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn and should be lightly covered with soil. Division of the clumps should be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Cochlospermum planchonii
Cochlospermum planchonii is native to South America.
Cochlospermum planchonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cochlospermum planchonii?
Cochlospermum planchonii
What is the common name of Cochlospermum planchonii?
Yellow Flowered Cotton
What is the natural habitat of Cochlospermum planchonii?
Dry woodlands, scrublands, and grasslands
Species in the Cochlospermum genus
Cochlospermum noldei, Cochlospermum angolense, Cochlospermum fraseri, Cochlospermum gillivraei, Cochlospermum intermedium, Cochlospermum orinocense, Cochlospermum planchonii, Cochlospermum regium, Cochlospermum religiosum, Cochlospermum tetraporum, Cochlospermum tinctorium, Cochlospermum vitifolium, Cochlospermum wittei, Cochlospermum macnamarae, Cochlospermum arafuricum, Cochlospermum wrightii, Cochlospermum gonzalezii, Cochlospermum palmatifidum, Cochlospermum malvifolium,
Species in the Bixaceae family
Bixa arborea, Bixa excelsa, Bixa orellana, Bixa platycarpa, Bixa urucurana, Cochlospermum noldei, Cochlospermum angolense, Cochlospermum fraseri, Cochlospermum gillivraei, Cochlospermum intermedium, Cochlospermum orinocense, Cochlospermum planchonii, Cochlospermum regium, Cochlospermum religiosum, Cochlospermum tetraporum, Cochlospermum tinctorium, Cochlospermum vitifolium, Cochlospermum wittei, Cochlospermum macnamarae, Cochlospermum arafuricum, Cochlospermum wrightii, Cochlospermum gonzalezii, Cochlospermum palmatifidum, Cochlospermum malvifolium, Diegodendron humbertii,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-44546: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Jules Émile Planchon (1823-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Planch.' in the authors string.