Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
australe
ID:
115223

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Loefl.) Kuntze

Source:
gcc

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 1: 303. 1891 [5 Nov 1891]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000114552

Common Names

  • Acanthospermum
  • Australian Pricklyburr
  • Australe

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Synonyms

  • Acanthospermum xanthioides DC. [unknown]
  • Centrospermum xanthioides Kunth [unknown]
  • Orcya adhaerescens Vell. [unknown]
  • Acanthospermum xanthioides xanthioides [unknown]
  • Echinodium prostratum Poit. [unknown]
  • Acanthospermum brasilum Schrank [unknown]
  • Melampodium australe Loefl. [unknown]
  • Acanthospermum hirsutum DC. [unknown]
  • Orcya adhaerens Vell. [unknown]

Description

Acanthospermum australe (also called Bristly star-thistle, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and produces yellow flower heads. It typically grows in dry, sandy soils and is often found in grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Acanthospermum australe is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used medicinally to treat digestive problems, fever, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acanthospermum australe is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is a small, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acanthospermum australe is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. For cuttings, take stem cuttings in late spring or early summer and place them in a pot with moist soil. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Acanthospermum australe

Acanthospermum australe is native to South America and is found in Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay. It is commonly found in open grasslands, roadsides, and disturbed areas.

Acanthospermum australe FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acanthospermum australe?

Acanthospermum australe

What is the common name of Acanthospermum australe?

Southern burrweed

What is the natural habitat of Acanthospermum australe?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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-76043: Based on the initial data import
Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.
Pehr Löfling (1729-1756): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Loefl.' in the authors string.