Calotis dentex - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dentex
ID:
5188
Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Br.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1820
Citation Micro:
Bot. Reg. 6: sub t. 504 (1820)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000004517
Common Names
- Calotis Dentex
- Bristly Burr-daisy
- Woolly Burr-daisy
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calotis dentex (also called Rough Burr-daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herb that is native to Australia. It has a low-growing, spreading habit and grows to a height of 0.3m. It has grey-green foliage and yellow, daisy-like flowers. It is found in grasslands, open woodlands and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Calotis dentex is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food for livestock and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Calotis dentex has small yellow flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calotis dentex is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Calotis dentex
Calotis dentex is native to Australia and can be found in the Northern Territory.
Calotis dentex FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calotis dentex?
Calotis dentex
What type of plant is Calotis dentex?
Calotis dentex is a species of daisy in the family Asteraceae.
Where is Calotis dentex found?
Calotis dentex is native to Australia.
Species in the Calotis genus
Calotis dentex, Calotis anamitica, Calotis cymbacantha, Calotis kempei, Calotis glandulosa, Calotis squamigera, Calotis xanthosioidea, Calotis breviseta, Calotis inermis, Calotis ancyrocarpa, Calotis scabiosifolia, Calotis caespitosa, Calotis scapigera, Calotis plumulifera, Calotis pubescens, Calotis cuneata, Calotis porphyroglossa, Calotis anamitica, Calotis anthemoides, Calotis lappulacea, Calotis breviradiata, Calotis hispidula, Calotis erinacea, Calotis glabrescens, Calotis latiuscula, Calotis suffruticosa, Calotis moorei, Calotis cuneifolia,
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-104344: Based on the initial data import
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.