Status:
valid
Authors:
Urb.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
Symb. Antill. 7(3): 427 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000006966
Common Names
- Tetranthus cupulatus
- Cupulatus Tetranthus
- Cupulatus Daisy
Description
Tetranthus cupulatus (also called Cup-shaped Tetranthus, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Africa and Asia. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in meadows, pastures, and other open, sunny areas.
Uses & Benefits
Tetranthus cupulatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract butterflies and other beneficial insects.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tetranthus cupulatus has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of basal leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tetranthus cupulatus is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. Take 3-4 inch cuttings from the tips of the stems and remove the lower leaves. Dip the cuttings in a rooting hormone and plant them in a pot filled with a moist, well-draining potting mix. Place the pot in a warm, sunny location and keep the soil moist. The cuttings should take root within 4-6 weeks.
Where to Find Tetranthus cupulatus
Tetranthus cupulatus is native to South America and can be found in Brazil, Argentina, and Paraguay.
Tetranthus cupulatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tetranthus cupulatus?
Tetranthus cupulatus
What is the common name of Tetranthus cupulatus?
Cup-shaped tetranthus
What is the natural habitat of Tetranthus cupulatus?
It is native to South America.
Species in the Tetranthus genus
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,