Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
uncata
ID:
42194

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Cunn. ex DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodromus 6 1838

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000041523

Common Names

  • Upright Cassinia
  • Upright Daisybush
  • Upright Shrub

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Synonyms

  • Cassinia aculeata uncata (DC.) Benth. [unknown]

Description

Cassinia uncata (also called Cassinia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It is characterized by its yellow flowers and its small, oval-shaped leaves. It is found in dry, rocky habitats at high altitudes.

Uses & Benefits

Cassinia uncata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its wood, which is used for fuel and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cassinia uncata has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cassinia uncata is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or division. Cultivation requires full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

Where to Find Cassinia uncata

Cassinia uncata is native to Australia and can be found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands in New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia.

Cassinia uncata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cassinia uncata?

Cassinia uncata

What type of plant is Cassinia uncata?

It is a shrub

Where is Cassinia uncata found?

It 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-140157: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Allan Cunningham (1791-1839): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Cunn.' in the authors string.