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Hairless Leptinella

Cotula dioica

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Plant Profile

Flowering Months:
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Order:
Asterales
Family:
Asteraceae (Daisy)
Also in this family:
Alpine Blue Sow-thistle, Alpine Cotula, Alpine Fleabane, Alpine Saw-wort, Annual Ragweed, Annual Sunflower, Argentine Fleabane, Autumn Hawkbit, Autumn Oxeye, Beaked Hawksbeard, Beggarticks, Bilbao Fleabane, Black Knapweed, Black-eyed Susan, Blanketflower, Blue Fleabane, Blue Globe-thistle, Bristly Oxtongue, Broad-leaved Cudweed, Broad-leaved Ragwort, Brown Knapweed, Butterbur, Buttonweed, Cabbage Thistle, Canadian Fleabane, Canadian Goldenrod, Carline Thistle, Chalk Knapweed, Chamois Ragwort, Changing Michaelmas Daisy, Chicory, Chinese Mugwort, Chinese Ragwort, Coltsfoot, Common Blue Sow-thistle, Common Cat's-ear, Common Cudweed, Common Daisy, Common Dandelion, Common Fleabane, Common Goldenrod, Common Groundsel, Common Michaelmas Daisy, Common Mugwort, Common Ragwort, Common Wormwood, Coneflower, Confused Michaelmas Daisy, Corn Chamomile, Corn Marigold, Cornflower, Cotton Thistle, Cottonweed, Creeping Thistle, Daisy Bush, Dwarf Cudweed, Dwarf Thistle, Early Goldenrod, Eastern Groundsel, Eastern Leopardsbane, Elecampane, English Hawkweed, Fen Ragwort, Feverfew, Field Fleawort, Field Wormwood, Fox and Cubs, French Tarragon, Gallant Soldier, Garden Lettuce, Giant Butterbur, Glabrous-headed Hawkweed, Glandular Globe-thistle, Glaucous Michaelmas Daisy, Globe Artichoke, Globe-thistle, Goat's Beard, Golden Ragwort, Golden Samphire, Goldilocks Aster, Grass-leaved Goldenrod, Great Lettuce, Greater Burdock, Greater Knapweed, Grey-headed Hawkweed, Guernsey Fleabane, Hairless Blue Sow-thistle, Hairy Michaelmas Daisy, Harpur Crewe's Leopardsbane, Hawkweed Oxtongue, Heath Cudweed, Heath Groundsel, Hemp Agrimony, Highland Cudweed, Hoary Mugwort, Hoary Ragwort, Hybrid Knapweed, Intermediate Burdock, Irish Fleabane, Jersey Cudweed, Jerusalem Artichoke, Lance-leaved Hawkweed, Lavender-cotton, Leafless Hawksbeard, Least Lettuce, Leopardplant, Leopardsbane, Leptinella, Lesser Burdock, Lesser Hawkbit, Lesser Sunflower, London Bur-marigold, Magellan Ragwort, Marsh Cudweed, Marsh Hawksbeard, Marsh Ragwort, Marsh Sow-thistle, Marsh Thistle, Meadow Thistle, Melancholy Thistle, Mexican Fleabane, Milk Thistle, Mountain Everlasting, Mouse-ear Hawkweed, Musk Thistle, Narrow-leaved Cudweed, Narrow-leaved Hawkweed, Narrow-leaved Michaelmas Daisy, Narrow-leaved Ragwort, New England Hawkweed, New Zealand Holly, Nipplewort, Nodding Bur-marigold, Northern Hawksbeard, Norwegian Mugwort, Oxeye Daisy, Oxford Ragwort, Pearly Everlasting, Perennial Cornflower, Perennial Ragweed, Perennial Sow-thistle, Perennial Sunflower, Pineapple Mayweed, Plantain-leaved Leopardsbane, Ploughman's Spikenard, Plymouth Thistle, Pontic Blue Sow-thistle, Pot Marigold, Prickly Lettuce, Prickly Sow-thistle, Purple Coltsfoot, Rayed Tansy, Red Star Thistle, Red-seeded Dandelion, Red-tipped Cudweed, Robin's Plantain, Roman Chamomile, Rough Cocklebur, Rough Hawkbit, Rough Hawksbeard, Russian Lettuce, Safflower, Salsify, Saw-wort, Scented Mayweed, Scentless Mayweed, Sea Aster, Sea Mayweed, Sea Wormwood, Seaside Daisy, Shaggy Mouse-ear Hawkweed, Shaggy Soldier, Shasta Daisy, Shetland Mouse-ear Hawkweed, Shrub Ragwort, Sicilian Chamomile, Silver Ragwort, Slender Mugwort, Slender Thistle, Small Cudweed, Small Fleabane, Smooth Cat's-ear, Smooth Hawksbeard, Smooth Sow-thistle, Sneezeweed, Sneezewort, Spear Thistle, Spotted Cat's-ear, Spotted Hawkweed, Sticky Groundsel, Stinking Chamomile, Stinking Hawksbeard, Tall Fleabane, Tall Mouse-ear Hawkweed, Tansy, Thin-leaved Sunflower, Treasureflower, Trifid Bur-marigold, Tuberous Thistle, Tyneside Leopardplant, Viper's Grass, Wall Lettuce, Welsh Groundsel, Welted Thistle, White African Daisy, White Butterbur, White Buttons, Willdenow's Leopardsbane, Winter Heliotrope, Wood Burdock, Wood Ragwort, Woody Fleabane, Woolly Thistle, Yarrow, Yellow Chamomile, Yellow Fox and Cubs, Yellow Oxeye, Yellow Star Thistle, Yellow Thistle, York Groundsel
Type:
Flower
Life Cycle:
Annual
Maximum Size:
15 centimetres tall
Habitats:
Mountains, rocky places, sand dunes, seaside, woodland.

Flower:
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Yellow, 4 petals
 
Small, yellow, solitary, button-like flowers.
Fruit:
An achene which is a kind of dry, one-seeded fruit. The achene is brown, smooth and roundish or irregularly angled.
Leaves:
The leaves are variable in shape and size. They are generally pinnate, reaching a maximum length of around 7cm. Leaves have between 4 and 12 pairs of lobes.
Aroma:
Strong-scented. The foliage is similar smelling to pineapple.
Other Names:
Brass Buttons, Two-leaved Cotula.
Frequency (UK):
Rarely seen  

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Other Information

Summary

Cotula dioica, also known as two-leaved cotula, is a small perennial herb that is native to Australia. It is known for its small, yellow, button-like flowers that bloom in the spring and summer. The plant typically grows to be between 10-15cm high and has a rosette of basal leaves and an unbranched stem with several flower heads. It is found in a variety of habitats including coastal dunes, rocky outcroppings, and open woodlands. It is considered a weed in some areas due to its ability to spread rapidly and outcompete native plants.

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The Hairless Leptinella, also known as Cotula dioica, is a charming plant that is native to New Zealand. This plant is part of the Asteraceae family and is also called the Brass Buttons due to its button-shaped flowers. It is a low-growing, perennial herb that thrives in well-draining, sandy or gravelly soil, and can grow up to 15cm in height. Here's what you need to know about this beautiful and unique plant.

Appearance

The Hairless Leptinella is a highly ornamental plant that has a unique texture and appearance. The leaves are finely divided and have a feathery, fern-like appearance. The plant's stems are thin, brown, and grow close to the ground, giving it a low profile. The Brass Buttons flowers are small, round, and yellow in color, with a button-like appearance. The plant's foliage is fragrant, with a strong scent resembling that of a pineapple.

Cultivation

Cotula dioica is an easy-to-grow plant that is low-maintenance and adaptable to a range of soil types. It thrives in well-draining, sandy or gravelly soil and prefers a sunny position. The plant can be propagated by division, seeds, or cuttings. It is ideal for use as a groundcover or in rock gardens, and its small size makes it perfect for use in pots or containers.

Benefits

Apart from its ornamental value, the Hairless Leptinella has several other benefits. The plant is known to have antifungal properties, and its leaves can be used to make a herbal tea that is said to help with digestion. The plant is also used in traditional medicine to treat stomach ailments, coughs, and colds.

Maintenance

The Hairless Leptinella is a low-maintenance plant that requires minimal care. It is drought-tolerant, and watering is only required during prolonged dry periods. The plant benefits from regular pruning to maintain its shape and promote growth.

Landscaping

The Hairless Leptinella is an excellent choice for landscaping due to its low profile and adaptability to various growing conditions. It can be used to create a stunning groundcover, especially when planted en masse. It can also be used to create a beautiful border or as an accent plant in rock gardens.

Companion planting

The Hairless Leptinella is an excellent companion plant as it attracts beneficial insects, including bees and butterflies. It can also help deter harmful insects, making it an ideal plant to grow alongside other flowers, vegetables, or herbs.

Traditional uses

The Hairless Leptinella has been used in traditional medicine for centuries. The leaves of the plant are used to make a tea that is said to aid digestion and help alleviate coughs and colds. The plant is also believed to have antifungal properties, making it a useful plant for treating fungal infections.

Conservation status

In some parts of New Zealand, the Hairless Leptinella is classified as threatened or endangered due to habitat loss and other factors. As such, efforts are being made to protect the plant and its habitat. Gardeners can also help by cultivating the plant in their gardens and encouraging others to do the same.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the Hairless Leptinella is a unique and beautiful plant that is easy to grow and care for. With its feathery foliage, charming button-like flowers, and numerous benefits, it is an excellent addition to any garden. Whether you are a beginner gardener or an experienced landscaper, the Hairless Leptinella is sure to delight and add interest to your outdoor space.


Facts about Hairless Leptinella

Here is a list of facts and a summary about the Hairless Leptinella, also known as Cotula dioica:

Facts:

  • The Hairless Leptinella is a low-growing, perennial herb that is native to New Zealand.
  • It is also called the Brass Buttons due to its button-shaped flowers.
  • The plant grows up to 15cm in height and prefers well-draining, sandy or gravelly soil.
  • The leaves are finely divided and have a feathery, fern-like appearance.
  • The Brass Buttons flowers are small, round, and yellow in color.
  • The plant's foliage is fragrant, with a strong scent resembling that of a pineapple.
  • Cotula dioica is easy to grow, low-maintenance, and adaptable to a range of soil types.
  • The plant has antifungal properties and its leaves can be used to make a herbal tea that is said to help with digestion.
  • The Hairless Leptinella is an excellent choice for landscaping due to its low profile and adaptability to various growing conditions.
  • The plant attracts beneficial insects, including bees and butterflies, and can help deter harmful insects.

Summary:

The Hairless Leptinella, also known as Cotula dioica, is a charming plant that is native to New Zealand. It is a low-growing, perennial herb that has finely divided, feathery leaves and small, round, yellow flowers. The plant grows up to 15cm in height and prefers well-draining, sandy or gravelly soil. Cotula dioica is easy to grow and low-maintenance, making it an excellent choice for landscaping. The plant has antifungal properties and can be used to make a herbal tea that aids digestion. The Hairless Leptinella attracts beneficial insects and deters harmful insects, making it an ideal companion plant.