Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
lidii
ID:
88181

Status:
valid

Authors:
Humphries

Source:
gcc

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Bull. Brit. Mus. (Nat. Hist.), Bot. 5(4): 205 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000087510



Common Names

  • Lid's Marguerite
  • Lid's Daisy
  • Lid's Argyranthemum


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Description

Argyranthemum lidii (also called 'Lid's Marguerite', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Canary Islands. It is characterized by its white flower heads and toothed leaves. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Argyranthemum lidii has been used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, as a flavoring agent, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Argyranthemum lidii has white flowers with a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argyranthemum lidii is an annual plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soil types. It can be propagated by sowing seeds in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Argyranthemum lidii

Argyranthemum lidii can be found in the Canary Islands.

Argyranthemum lidii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argyranthemum lidii?

Argyranthemum lidii

What is the family of Argyranthemum lidii?

Asteraceae

What is the habitat of Argyranthemum lidii?

Grassland, meadows, and scrubland

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-43869: Based on the initial data import
Chris Humphries (1947-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Humphries' in the authors string.