Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
crassinervis
ID:
87301

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Urb.) B.L.Turner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 74(5): 352 (1993): (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000086630



Common Names

  • Beryl Simpson's Daisy
  • Beryl Simpson's Fleabane
  • Beryl Simpson's Erigeron


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Synonyms

  • Proustia crassinervis Urb. [unknown]

Description

Berylsimpsonia crassinervis (also called 'Beryl Simpson's Daisy', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a hairy stem and white flowers. It is found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Berylsimpsonia crassinervis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used for soil stabilization and erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Berylsimpsonia crassinervis has small, white flowers with yellow centers that are about 1/2 inch in diameter. The seeds are small, black, and have a hard outer coating. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves that are oval-shaped and have a white underside.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Berylsimpsonia crassinervis is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that grows in clumps. It is native to South Africa and is hardy in USDA zones 9-11. It can be propagated from seed or by division of clumps in spring. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Berylsimpsonia crassinervis

Berylsimpsonia crassinervis is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in California, Arizona, and New Mexico.

Berylsimpsonia crassinervis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Berylsimpsonia crassinervis?

Berylsimpsonia crassinervis

What is the natural habitat of Berylsimpsonia crassinervis?

It is found in the Andes Mountains of Peru and Ecuador.

What type of soil does Berylsimpsonia crassinervis prefer?

It prefers well-draining, sandy soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5.

Species in the Berylsimpsonia genus

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

Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.