Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cordifolia
ID:
120773

Status:
valid

Authors:
Willk.

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:
Illustr. Fl. Hisp. 47-.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000120102



Common Names

  • Heartleaf Daisy
  • Bellis Daisy
  • Cordifolia Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Bellium cordifolium Kunze [unknown]

Description

Bellis cordifolia (also called Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to Europe and North Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and solitary white or pink flowers. It grows in meadows, pastures, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Bellis cordifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a natural dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bellis cordifolia has white flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bellis cordifolia is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in early spring or late fall and cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer. Once established, it requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Bellis cordifolia

Bellis cordifolia is native to Europe and is found in the Mediterranean region, as well as in parts of North Africa.

Bellis cordifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bellis cordifolia?

Bellis cordifolia

What is the family of Bellis cordifolia?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Bellis cordifolia?

Bellis

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,

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