Status:
valid
Authors:
Orchard
Source:
gcc
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 17(5): 454 (-457; fig.) (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000020706
Common Names
- Cassinia Scabrida
- Scabrida Cassinia
- Rough Cassinia
Description
Cassinia scabrida (also called 'Silver Cassinia' and 'Silver Bush', among many other common names) is a shrub with silvery-grey foliage and yellow flowers. It is native to Australia and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Cassinia scabrida has many uses, including as an ornamental plant, a medicinal plant, and as a source of food for some species of birds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cassinia scabrida has yellow flowers with red centres and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cassinia scabrida is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be grown from seed or propagated from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized every few months.
Where to Find Cassinia scabrida
Cassinia scabrida can be found in Australia.
Cassinia scabrida FAQ
What are the common names of Cassinia scabrida?
Cassinia scabrida is commonly known as rough cassinia.
What is the scientific classification of Cassinia scabrida?
Cassinia scabrida is a species of shrub in the family Asteraceae.
Where is Cassinia scabrida found?
Cassinia scabrida is found in Australia.
Species in the Cassinia genus
Cassinia tenuifolia,
Cassinia monticola,
Cassinia accipitrum,
Cassinia hewsoniae,
Cassinia subtropica,
Cassinia ochracea,
Cassinia longifolia,
Cassinia aureonitens,
Cassinia vauvilliersii,
Cassinia compacta,
Cassinia scabrida,
Cassinia quinquefaria,
Cassinia amoenatorta,
Cassinia telfordii,
Cassinia nivalis,
Cassinia cunninghamii,
Cassinia laevis,
Cassinia aculeata,
Cassinia trinerva,
Cassinia uncata,
Cassinia theresae,
Cassinia uncata,
Cassinia furtiva,
Cassinia straminea,
Cassinia wyberbensis,
Cassinia adunca,
Cassinia arcuata,
Cassinia decipiens,
Cassinia heleniae,
Cassinia copensis,
Cassinia denticulata,
Cassinia tegulata,
Cassinia fulvida,
Cassinia diminuta,
Cassinia ozothamnoides,
Cassinia lepschii,
Cassinia macrocephala,
Cassinia adunca,
Cassinia retorta,
Cassinia amoena,
Cassinia complanata,
Cassinia theodori,
Cassinia collina,
Cassinia rugata,
Cassinia maritima,
Cassinia venusta,
Cassinia leptocephala,
Cassinia thinicola,
Cassinia wilsoniae,
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,