Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Commelinales
Species:
setigera
ID:
362984

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 300 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000362316

Common Names

  • Setigera
  • Cotton Star-flower
  • Cotton Star

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Description

Conostylis setigera (also called Common Cone-flower, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with yellow flowers and narrow, grass-like leaves. It is native to Western Australia and is found in sandy soils in heathland and shrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Conostylis setigera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to stabilize soil and reduce erosion.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Conostylis setigera sub. setigera R.Br.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Conostylis setigera is a small, yellow-green, star-shaped flower with a curved, tubular shape. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, upright stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Conostylis setigera is an evergreen perennial native to Australia. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or cuttings. Division should be done in the spring or early summer, when the plant is actively growing. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or early summer and rooted in a warm, moist environment.

Where to Find Conostylis setigera

Conostylis setigera is native to Australia. It can be found in open woodlands, heathlands, and grasslands.

Conostylis setigera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Conostylis setigera?

Conostylis setigera

What is the common name of Conostylis setigera?

Hairy Conostylis

What is the habitat of Conostylis setigera?

It is found in open, sandy areas in the south-west of Western Australia.

Species in the Conostylis genus

Conostylis aculeata, Conostylis albescens, Conostylis androstemma, Conostylis angustifolia, Conostylis argentea, Conostylis aurea, Conostylis bealiana, Conostylis bracteata, Conostylis breviscapa, Conostylis candicans, Conostylis canteriata, Conostylis caricina, Conostylis crassinerva, Conostylis deplexa, Conostylis dielsii, Conostylis drummondii, Conostylis festucacea, Conostylis hiemalis, Conostylis juncea, Conostylis latens, Conostylis laxiflora, Conostylis lepidospermoides, Conostylis micrantha, Conostylis misera, Conostylis neocymosa, Conostylis pauciflora, Conostylis petrophiloides, Conostylis phathyrantha, Conostylis prolifera, Conostylis pusilla, Conostylis resinosa, Conostylis robusta, Conostylis rogeri, Conostylis scorsiflora, Conostylis seminuda, Conostylis serrulata, Conostylis setigera, Conostylis setosa, Conostylis stylidioides, Conostylis teretifolia, Conostylis teretiuscula, Conostylis tomentosa, Conostylis vaginata, Conostylis villosa, Conostylis wonganensis,

Species in the Haemodoraceae family

Anigozanthos bicolor, Anigozanthos flavidus, Anigozanthos gabrielae, Anigozanthos humilis, Anigozanthos kalbarriensis, Anigozanthos manglesii, Anigozanthos onycis, Anigozanthos preissii, Anigozanthos pulcherrimus, Anigozanthos rufus, Anigozanthos viridis, Barberetta aurea, Blancoa canescens, Conostylis aculeata, Conostylis albescens, Conostylis androstemma, Conostylis angustifolia, Conostylis argentea, Conostylis aurea, Conostylis bealiana, Conostylis bracteata, Conostylis breviscapa, Conostylis candicans, Conostylis canteriata, Conostylis caricina, Conostylis crassinerva, Conostylis deplexa, Conostylis dielsii, Conostylis drummondii, Conostylis festucacea, Conostylis hiemalis, Conostylis juncea, Conostylis latens, Conostylis laxiflora, Conostylis lepidospermoides, Conostylis micrantha, Conostylis misera, Conostylis neocymosa, Conostylis pauciflora, Conostylis petrophiloides, Conostylis phathyrantha, Conostylis prolifera, Conostylis pusilla, Conostylis resinosa, Conostylis robusta, Conostylis rogeri, Conostylis scorsiflora, Conostylis seminuda, Conostylis serrulata, Conostylis setigera,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-234411: Based on the initial data import
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.