Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
lyrata
ID:
45340

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Pl. Hartw. : 18 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000044669



Common Names

  • Lyre-Leaved Berlandiera
  • Lyre-Leaved Greeneyes
  • Lyre-Leaved Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Berlandiera incisa Torr. & A.Gray [unknown]
  • Berlandiera lyrata lyrata [unknown]

Description

Berlandiera lyrata (also called 'Chocolate Daisy' and 'Lyreleaf Greeneyes', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to North America. It has a single stem with a rosette of leaves at the base and a single flower head with yellow disc florets and white ray florets. It grows in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Berlandiera lyrata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Berlandiera lyrata has yellow flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with serrated edges.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Berlandiera lyrata is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers a sunny location with well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. Pruning is not necessary, but deadheading spent flowers will help to keep the plant looking tidy.

Where to Find Berlandiera lyrata

Berlandiera lyrata is native to the United States and can be found in prairies, meadows, and open woodlands.

Berlandiera lyrata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Berlandiera lyrata?

Berlandiera lyrata

What type of plant is Berlandiera lyrata?

Berlandiera lyrata is an annual herbaceous plant.

Where does Berlandiera lyrata grow?

Berlandiera lyrata is native to the western United States and Mexico.

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-143208: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.