Argyranthemum tenerifae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tenerifae
ID:
64150
Status:
valid
Authors:
Humphries
Source:
gcc
Year:
1976
Citation Micro:
Bull. Brit. Mus. (Nat. Hist.), Bot. 5(4): 200 (1976)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000063479
Common Names
- Canary Island Daisy
- Strawflower
- Marguerite
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Argyranthemum tenerifae (also called Canary Island Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Canary Islands. It grows up to 1.5 meters tall and has white flowers. It grows in dry, open areas such as chaparral and grassland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Argyranthemum tenerifae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used to attract butterflies and bees to the garden.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Argyranthemum tenerifae has daisy-like flowers with white petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Argyranthemum tenerifae is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Canary Islands. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or from seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and will germinate within a few weeks.
Where to Find Argyranthemum tenerifae
Argyranthemum tenerifae can be found in the Canary Islands.
Argyranthemum tenerifae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Argyranthemum tenerifae?
Argyranthemum tenerifae
What is the common name of Argyranthemum tenerifae?
Tenerife Marguerite
What is the natural habitat of Argyranthemum tenerifae?
Dry, rocky slopes and open woodlands
Species in the Argyranthemum genus
Argyranthemum thalassophilum, Argyranthemum adauctum, Argyranthemum foeniculaceum, Argyranthemum broussonetii, Argyranthemum filifolium, Argyranthemum webbii, Argyranthemum lemsii, Argyranthemum sundingii, Argyranthemum haouarytheum, Argyranthemum tenerifae, Argyranthemum pinnatifidum, Argyranthemum maderense, Argyranthemum haematomma, Argyranthemum frutescens, Argyranthemum hierrense, Argyranthemum dissectum, Argyranthemum lidii, Argyranthemum foeniculum, Argyranthemum escarrei, Argyranthemum winteri, Argyranthemum sventenii, Argyranthemum gracile, Argyranthemum callichrysum, Argyranthemum foeniculaceum, Argyranthemum coronopifolium,
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-20448: Based on the initial data import
Chris Humphries (1947-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Humphries' in the authors string.