Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
scabiosifolia
ID:
41635

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sond. & F.Muell.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1853

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 25: 471 (1853)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000040964

Common Names

  • Scabious Calotis
  • Scabiosifolia Calotis
  • Scabious Burr-Daisy

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Synonyms

  • Calotis muelleri Sond. [unknown]

Description

Calotis scabiosifolia (also called 'Scabious Calotis', among many other common names) is an annual or biennial plant that grows to a height of up to 60 cm. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flower heads. It is native to Australia and is found in dry grasslands and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Calotis scabiosifolia is used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calotis scabiosifolia is white and has a diameter of about 1 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calotis scabiosifolia is a perennial herb that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and is drought tolerant. Propagation is best done in spring or summer, and can be done by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a light, well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Calotis scabiosifolia

Calotis scabiosifolia can be found in parts of Australia.

Calotis scabiosifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calotis scabiosifolia?

Calotis scabiosifolia

What are the common names of Calotis scabiosifolia?

Scabious Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Calotis scabiosifolia?

Grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands

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-139616: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Otto Wilhelm Sonder (1812-1881): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sond.' in the authors string.