Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 892 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000060947
Common Names
- Cotula Turbinata
- Cotula Coronopifolia
- Buttonweed
Synonyms
- Cenia debilis DC. [unknown]
- Lidbeckia turbinata Thunb. [unknown]
- Cenia turbinata (L.) Pers. [unknown]
- Cenia subheterocarpa Less. [unknown]
- Lancisia turbinata Gaertn. [unknown]
- Cotula pumila Houtt. [unknown]
- Cenia turbinata (L.) Dum.Cours. [unknown]
- Cenia anthemoidea DC. [unknown]
- Lidbeckia pruinosa E.Mey. ex DC. [unknown]
Description
Cotula turbinata (also called Turbinate Cotula, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe, North Africa, and Western Asia. It has a short, upright stem with long, linear leaves. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Cotula turbinata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomachaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cotula turbinata is a yellow, daisy-like flower, with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cotula turbinata is a perennial plant native to Africa. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is done by seed or division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in early spring in a warm, sunny location. Division of the clumps can be done in early spring or late summer.
Where to Find Cotula turbinata
Cotula turbinata is native to South Africa and can be found in open grasslands, disturbed areas, and roadsides.
Cotula turbinata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cotula turbinata?
Cotula turbinata
What is the common name of Cotula turbinata?
Cotula turbinata
Where is Cotula turbinata found?
Cotula turbinata is found in South Africa
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,