Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.) Tzvelev
Source:
gcc
Year:
1985
Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Rast. 22: 274 (1985):.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000138412
Common Names
- Arctanthemum arcticum
- Arctic Anthemis
- Arctic Daisy
Synonyms
- Arctanthemum arcticum arcticum [unknown]
- Leucanthemum arcticum arcticum [unknown]
- Chrysanthemum arcticum arcticum [unknown]
- Chrysanthemum arcticum gmelinii (Ledeb.) Kitam. [unknown]
- Dendranthema arcticum arcticum [unknown]
Description
Arctanthemum arcticum (also called Arctic Arctanthemum, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to Europe. It has a basal rosette of leaves and bright yellow daisy-like flowers. It grows in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Arctanthemum arcticum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a natural source of food.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Arctanthemum arcticum is white in color, with a diameter of 1-2 cm. Its seeds are small, black and round shaped. The seedlings are thin and have a yellowish-green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Arctanthemum arcticum is a perennial plant that is best grown from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and the plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart.
Where to Find Arctanthemum arcticum
Arctanthemum arcticum is found in the Arctic regions of Canada, Alaska, and Greenland.
Arctanthemum arcticum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arctanthemum arcticum?
Arctanthemum arcticum
What is the common name of Arctanthemum arcticum?
Arctic arctanthemum
What is the natural habitat of Arctanthemum arcticum?
Grassy areas, meadows, and pastures
Species in the Arctanthemum genus
Species in the Asteraceae family
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Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
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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,