Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
adauctum
ID:
9566

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Link) Humphries

Source:
gcc

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Bull. Brit. Mus. (Nat. Hist.), Bot. 5(4): 227 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000008895



Common Names

  • Argyranthemum
  • Adauctum Argyranthemum
  • Argyranthemum Adauctum


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Description

Argyranthemum adauctum (also called Canary Island marguerite, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Canary Islands. It has a woody stem and its leaves are arranged in a rosette. It grows in open grasslands, disturbed areas and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Argyranthemum adauctum has been used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, as an antiseptic, and as a diuretic. It has also been used to make a tea for treating digestive problems and as a tonic for the liver.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Argyranthemum adauctum sub. jacobiifolium (Sch.Bip.) Humphries
Argyranthemum adauctum sub. canariense (Sch.Bip. ex Webb & Berthel.) Humphries
Argyranthemum adauctum sub. erythrocarpon (Svent.) Humphries
Argyranthemum adauctum sub. adauctum
Argyranthemum adauctum sub. gracile (Sch.Bip.) Humphries
Argyranthemum adauctum sub. dugourii (Bolle) Humphries
Argyranthemum adauctum sub. palmensis A.Santos

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Argyranthemum adauctum has white daisy-like flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argyranthemum adauctum is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Canary Islands. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. It should be planted in spring and can be divided in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Argyranthemum adauctum

Argyranthemum adauctum is native to the Canary Islands. It can be found in dry, rocky areas, often in grassland and scrubland habitats.

Argyranthemum adauctum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argyranthemum adauctum?

Argyranthemum adauctum

What is the common name of Argyranthemum adauctum?

Adauctum Argyranthemum

What is the natural habitat of Argyranthemum adauctum?

Dry, rocky slopes and hillsides

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-108612: Based on the initial data import
Johann Heinrich Friedrich Link (1767-1851): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Link' in the authors string.
Chris Humphries (1947-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Humphries' in the authors string.