Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
sonderi
ID:
74774

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
Report on the Plants Collected During Mr. Babbage's Expedition into the North West Interior of South Australia in 1858 1859

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000074103

Common Names

  • Silver Bush
  • Sonder's Silver Bush
  • Cushion Bush

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Synonyms

  • Leucophyta sonderi Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Calocephalus sonderi (also called Sonder's Calocephalus, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in dry, sandy soils and is often found in grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Calocephalus sonderi is a drought-tolerant plant that is often used as a ground cover in landscaping. It is also used in xeriscaping, as it is able to thrive in dry conditions. The leaves are edible and can be used in salads or as a garnish.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calocephalus sonderi has small yellow flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green with a single set of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calocephalus sonderi is a perennial plant that can be cultivated in full sun to partial shade. It is best propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Once established, it is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Calocephalus sonderi

Calocephalus sonderi is native to Australia and New Zealand. It is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands, woodlands, and coastal dunes.

Calocephalus sonderi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calocephalus sonderi?

Calocephalus sonderi

What type of plant is Calocephalus sonderi?

Calocephalus sonderi is a shrub.

Where does Calocephalus sonderi grow?

Calocephalus sonderi is native to Australia.

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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