Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
myrianthos
ID:
27384

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cheeseman) D.G.Drury

Source:
gcc

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
New Zealand J. Bot. 11(4): 741 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000026713



Common Names

  • Brachyglottis
  • Myrianthos
  • Brachyglottis Myrianthos


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Synonyms

  • Senecio cheesemanii Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Senecio myrianthos Cheeseman [unknown]

Description

Brachyglottis myrianthos (also called many-flowered brachyglottis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is native to the mountains of California and Oregon, and grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Brachyglottis myrianthos is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive issues, reduce inflammation, and improve circulation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brachyglottis myrianthos has yellow flowers with a yellow center of disc florets and a single row of yellow ray florets. The seeds are small, black, and oblong-shaped with a white pappus. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brachyglottis myrianthos is an evergreen, low-growing perennial with a mat-forming habit. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in a moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed sown in spring or by division of established plants in early spring.

Where to Find Brachyglottis myrianthos

Brachyglottis myrianthos can be found in New Zealand, where it is native to the North and South Islands.

Brachyglottis myrianthos FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brachyglottis myrianthos?

Brachyglottis myrianthos

What is the common name of Brachyglottis myrianthos?

Myrianthos Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Brachyglottis myrianthos?

Brachyglottis myrianthos is native to the western United States and is found in dry, open meadows and grasslands.

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-125818: Based on the initial data import
David Geoffrey Drury (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.G.Drury' in the authors string.
Thomas Frederic Cheeseman (1846-1923): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cheeseman' in the authors string.