Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
perennans
ID:
1408475

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jakoet, Mucina & Magee

Source:
BODATSA (SANBI)

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
S. African J. Bot. 121: 286. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001420939

Common Names

  • Cotula perennans
  • Perennial Cotula
  • Cotula

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Description

Cotula perennans (also called Perennial Cotula, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a creeping habit and grows to a height of about 10 cm. It is found in grassland and rocky areas, and is often found in the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal.

Uses & Benefits

Cotula perennans is a popular ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used in traditional African medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cotula perennans has small, yellow flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves that are green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cotula perennans is a perennial herb that is native to South Africa. It is best grown in well-drained, sandy soils in full sun. Propagate by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Cotula perennans

Cotula perennans can be found in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa.

Cotula perennans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cotula perennans?

Cotula perennans

What is the common name of Cotula perennans?

Perennial Cotula

What is the natural habitat of Cotula perennans?

Grassy slopes, rocky outcrops, and disturbed areas

Species in the Cotula genus

Cotula alpina, Cotula eckloniana, Cotula macroglossa, Cotula montana, Cotula cryptocephala, Cotula nigellifolia, Cotula thunbergii, Cotula myriophylloides, Cotula fallax, Cotula pusilla, Cotula abyssinica, Cotula lineariloba, Cotula melaleuca, Cotula australis, Cotula socialis, Cotula pterocarpa, Cotula zeyheri, Cotula myriophylloides, Cotula bipinnata, Cotula duckittiae, Cotula membranifolia, Cotula goughensis, Cotula burchellii, Cotula filifolia, Cotula leptalea, Cotula turbinata, Cotula barbata, Cotula bracteolata, Cotula mariae, Cotula melaleuca, Cotula nudicaulis, Cotula andreae, Cotula moseleyi, Cotula ceniifolia, Cotula pedicellata, Cotula paludosa, Cotula loganii, Cotula cinereum, Cotula cotuloides, Cotula dielsii, Cotula hemisphaerica, Cotula sororia, Cotula heterocarpa, Cotula villosa, Cotula anthemoides, Cotula pedunculata, Cotula microglossa, Cotula goughensis, Cotula vulgaris, Cotula laxa,

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

Ladislav Mucina (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mucina' in the authors string.
Anthony R. Magee: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Magee' in the authors string.
Aarifah Jakoet: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jakoet' in the authors string.