Calocephalus lacteus - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lacteus
ID:
3168
Status:
valid
Authors:
Less.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1832
Citation Micro:
Syn. Gen. Compos. : 271 (1832)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000002497
Common Names
- Lacteus Calocephalus
- Calocephalus
- Lacteus Cushionbush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calocephalus lacteus (also called Silver-bush, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It has silvery-green leaves and yellow daisy-like flowers. It grows in dry, open woodlands and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Calocephalus lacteus is a flowering plant native to Australia. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract butterflies and bees to the garden.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Calocephalus lacteus has yellow flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calocephalus lacteus is a perennial shrub 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 should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Calocephalus lacteus
Calocephalus lacteus is native to Australia and can be found in dry grasslands, scrub, and rocky slopes.
Calocephalus lacteus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calocephalus lacteus?
Calocephalus lacteus
What are the common names of Calocephalus lacteus?
Silver bush, Silver cushion, Silver plant
What is the natural habitat of Calocephalus lacteus?
It is native to Australia and New Zealand
Species in the Calocephalus 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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-102402: Based on the initial data import
Christian Friedrich Lessing (1809-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Less.' in the authors string.