Status:
valid
Authors:
Paul G.Wilson
Source:
gcc
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 8(3) 1992
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000066543
Common Names
- Acomis Kakadu
- Kakadu Daisy
- Kakadu
Description
Acomis kakadu (also called Acomis kakadu, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with lance-shaped leaves and small white flowers. It is native to Australia and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Acomis kakadu is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acomis kakadu has yellow flowers with a single ring of petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like shape.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acomis kakadu is a fast-growing, evergreen perennial that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer and should be planted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Acomis kakadu
Acomis kakadu is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands and grasslands.
Acomis kakadu FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acomis kakadu?
Acomis kakadu
What is the family of Acomis kakadu?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Acomis kakadu?
None
Species in the Acomis genus
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,