Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
compacta
ID:
44288

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kirk) B.Nord.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 44: 29 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000043617



Common Names

  • Compact Brachyglottis
  • Compact Daisy
  • Compact Senecio


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Synonyms

  • Senecio compactus Kirk [unknown]

Description

Brachyglottis compacta (also called Compact Daisy Bush, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to New Zealand. It grows in open, sunny areas and has small, white daisy-like flowers. Its leaves are thick and leathery and arranged in opposite pairs. It is often used as an ornamental plant.

Uses & Benefits

Brachyglottis compacta is a popular garden plant that is used as a ground cover or as a low hedge. It has attractive yellow flowers and is drought tolerant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Brachyglottis compacta is yellow and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedling is a small rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brachyglottis compacta is a perennial that can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Brachyglottis compacta

Brachyglottis compacta is native to New Zealand and can be found in the North Island.

Brachyglottis compacta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brachyglottis compacta?

Brachyglottis compacta

What is the common name of Brachyglottis compacta?

Compact Brachyglottis

What is the habitat of Brachyglottis compacta?

It is found in dry, sandy soils in open areas

Species in the Brachyglottis genus

Brachyglottis elaeagnifolia, Brachyglottis hectorii, Brachyglottis matthewsii, Brachyglottis adamsii, Brachyglottis spedenii, Brachyglottis stewartiae, Brachyglottis perdicioides, Brachyglottis traversii, Brachyglottis myrianthos, Brachyglottis arborescens, Brachyglottis bellidioides, Brachyglottis huntii, Brachyglottis monroi, Brachyglottis pentacopa, Brachyglottis cockaynei, Brachyglottis bidwillii, Brachyglottis bifistulosa, Brachyglottis compacta, Brachyglottis laxifolia, Brachyglottis southlandica, Brachyglottis repanda, Brachyglottis remotifolia, Brachyglottis turneri, Brachyglottis repanda, Brachyglottis greyi, Brachyglottis lagopus, Brachyglottis revoluta, Brachyglottis lapidosa, Brachyglottis buchananii, Brachyglottis cassinioides, Brachyglottis sciadophila, Brachyglottis christensenii, Brachyglottis rotundifolia, Brachyglottis elaeagnifolia, Brachyglottis saxifragoides, Brachyglottis haastii, Brachyglottis forsteri,

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-142192: Based on the initial data import
Bertil Nordenstam (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Nord.' in the authors string.
Thomas Kirk (1828-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kirk' in the authors string.