Family:
Asteraceae
Synonym: Baccharoides punctata (Cass.) Kuntze, Centratherum longispinum Cass.
Habit:
Herb
Habitat:
Forest and woodland, savanna, shrubland
Distribution:
Dry
tropical biome
Flowering and Fruiting: August-January
Key identification features:
Called Brazilian Button Flower, this bushy perennial is native to Brazil.
Coming into bloom in a rather short period from seed, the lavender-blue, button
are long lasting and borne continually until frost. The flowers resemble tiny
Canadian thistle flowers. The refreshing resinous pineapple scented foliage
would be a good candidate for wreaths or potpourri.
Uses: Commonly
used in hair care preparations
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