Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
hierrense
ID:
85850

Status:
valid

Authors:
Humphries

Source:
gcc

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Bull. Brit. Mus. (Nat. Hist.), Bot. 5(4): 218 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000085179



Common Names

  • Hierrense Marguerite
  • Hierren Marguerite
  • Hierren's Marguerite


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Description

Argyranthemum hierrense (also called Hierro Island Marguerite, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Canary Islands. It has white flowers and grows in rocky areas, meadows, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Argyranthemum hierrense is an attractive ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and is attractive to bees and butterflies. It is also used medicinally as an anti-inflammatory and antiseptic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Argyranthemum hierrense has white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with serrated edges.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argyranthemum hierrense is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in early summer and planted in a sandy soil mix. Seeds should be sown in spring and kept moist until germination. Water regularly and fertilize in spring and summer.

Where to Find Argyranthemum hierrense

Argyranthemum hierrense is native to the Canary Islands and can be found in the wild in countries such as Spain and Portugal.

Argyranthemum hierrense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argyranthemum hierrense?

Argyranthemum hierrense

What is the common name of Argyranthemum hierrense?

Hierro Marguerite Daisy

Where is Argyranthemum hierrense native to?

Canary Islands

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-41595: Based on the initial data import
Chris Humphries (1947-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Humphries' in the authors string.