Cochlospermum macnamarae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macnamarae
ID:
1325863
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hislop, K.R.Thiele & Brassington
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 23: 90 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338317
Common Names
- Cochlospermum macnamarae
- Macnamara's Cochlospermum
- Macnamara's Cottonrose
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cochlospermum macnamarae (also called Macnamara's Cochlospermum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5m tall. It is native to the south-west of Western Australia and is commonly found in heathland and shrubland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Cochlospermum macnamarae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cochlospermum macnamarae has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cochlospermum macnamarae can be propagated by division of clumps in early spring or by seed. Plant the divisions or seed in a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is a hardy plant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)
Where to Find Cochlospermum macnamarae
Cochlospermum macnamarae is native to the savannas of Australia.
Cochlospermum macnamarae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cochlospermum macnamarae?
Cochlospermum macnamarae
What is the common name of Cochlospermum macnamarae?
MacNamara's Cochlospermum
What is the natural habitat of Cochlospermum macnamarae?
Grasslands and woodlands
Species in the Cochlospermum genus
Cochlospermum noldei, Cochlospermum angolense, Cochlospermum fraseri, Cochlospermum gillivraei, Cochlospermum intermedium, Cochlospermum orinocense, Cochlospermum planchonii, Cochlospermum regium, Cochlospermum religiosum, Cochlospermum tetraporum, Cochlospermum tinctorium, Cochlospermum vitifolium, Cochlospermum wittei, Cochlospermum macnamarae, Cochlospermum arafuricum, Cochlospermum wrightii, Cochlospermum gonzalezii, Cochlospermum palmatifidum, Cochlospermum malvifolium,
Species in the Bixaceae family
Bixa arborea, Bixa excelsa, Bixa orellana, Bixa platycarpa, Bixa urucurana, Cochlospermum noldei, Cochlospermum angolense, Cochlospermum fraseri, Cochlospermum gillivraei, Cochlospermum intermedium, Cochlospermum orinocense, Cochlospermum planchonii, Cochlospermum regium, Cochlospermum religiosum, Cochlospermum tetraporum, Cochlospermum tinctorium, Cochlospermum vitifolium, Cochlospermum wittei, Cochlospermum macnamarae, Cochlospermum arafuricum, Cochlospermum wrightii, Cochlospermum gonzalezii, Cochlospermum palmatifidum, Cochlospermum malvifolium, Diegodendron humbertii,
References
Kevin Thiele (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.R.Thiele' in the authors string.
Michael Clyde Hislop (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hislop' in the authors string.
Daniel Brassington (b.1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brassington' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77136325-1: Based on the initial data import