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woolflower
Scientific Name: Celosia trigyna
Family: Amaranthaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Annual
Other Names:
Woolflower (Celosia spp.)
The term "woolflower" can refer to different species, often within the Celosia genus. This name is sometimes applied to plants with dense, chaffy flower spikes that have a slightly glistening appearance. The name is also used in reference to the crafting of items with wool, such as apparel, accessories, and decorations.
Considerations for Children
- The text mentions buttons being incorporated into designs, particularly in dolls. Buttons, if detached, could present a choking hazard for young children.
Considerations for Pets
- Celosia cristata is specifically mentioned as non-toxic to dogs and cats.
Common Names
- Woolflower
- Cockscomb (when flower heads are crested by fasciation)
- Red Fox
- Chinese Woolflower
Scientific Names
- Celosia argentea var. plumosa
- Celosia cristata
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Family: Amaranthaceae
Distribution and Habitat
- The text notes that some Celosia species, commonly known as woolflowers or cockscombs, are well-known in East Africa's highlands.
- Mentions a residential address on "Woolflower Terrace" in Beverly Hills, FL, suggesting the possible use of this name in residential planning.
Morphological Characteristics
- Woolflowers are noted for their dense, chaffy flower spikes.
- Cockscombs are characterized by crested flower heads resulting from fasciation (an abnormal flattening of the stem).