Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
costiniana
ID:
29731

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.Everett & Joy Thomps.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Telopea 5(1): 50 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000029060

Common Names

  • Billy Buttons
  • Drumsticks
  • Costiniana

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Description

Craspedia costiniana (also called Drumstick Daisy, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herbaceous plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Australia, and typically grows in dry, open woodlands, grasslands, and heaths. It has a single, erect stem, and is typically between 0.2 and 0.5 meters tall. Its leaves are lance-shaped, and its flowers are yellow.

Uses & Benefits

Craspedia costiniana is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and landscaping. 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 Craspedia costiniana is a small, yellow, daisy-like bloom. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are short and bushy, with small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Craspedia costiniana is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood in late summer or early autumn. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet. Germination usually takes place within 2-3 weeks.

Where to Find Craspedia costiniana

Craspedia costiniana is native to Australia and can be found in grasslands and woodlands.

Craspedia costiniana FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Craspedia costiniana?

Craspedia costiniana is native to Australia.

What is the growth habit of Craspedia costiniana?

Craspedia costiniana is an evergreen, perennial shrub that grows up to 1m in height.

What is the best climate for Craspedia costiniana?

Craspedia costiniana prefers a warm, dry climate with plenty of sunlight.

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-128088: Based on the initial data import
Joy Everett (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Everett' in the authors string.
Joy Thompson (1923-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Joy Thomps.' in the authors string.