Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
thalassophilum
ID:
5211

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Svent.) Humphries

Source:
gcc

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Bull. Brit. Mus. (Nat. Hist.), Bot. 5(4): 209 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000004540



Common Names

  • Argyranthemum Thalassophilum
  • Sea-loving Marguerite
  • Sea-loving Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Chrysanthemum pinnatifidum thalassophilum Svent. [unknown]

Description

Argyranthemum thalassophilum (also called Sea Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It has a low-growing, spreading habit and grows to a height of 0.3m. It has bright green foliage and white, daisy-like flowers. It is found in meadows, grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Argyranthemum thalassophilum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can also be used to create a low-maintenance ground cover. It is also known to attract beneficial insects such as bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Argyranthemum thalassophilum is a white daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped achene. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argyranthemum thalassophilum is a perennial plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division in the spring or by seed in the fall.

Where to Find Argyranthemum thalassophilum

Argyranthemum thalassophilum can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey.

Argyranthemum thalassophilum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argyranthemum thalassophilum?

Argyranthemum thalassophilum

What is the common name of Argyranthemum thalassophilum?

Sea Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Argyranthemum thalassophilum?

Argyranthemum thalassophilum is native to the 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-104368: Based on the initial data import
Chris Humphries (1947-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Humphries' in the authors string.
Eric Ragnor Sventenius (1910-1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Svent.' in the authors string.