Status:
valid
Authors:
(Cockayne) B.Nord.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1978
Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 44: 31 (1978)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000059138
Common Names
- Southland Brachyglottis
- Southland Daisy Bush
- Southland Ragwort
Synonyms
- Senecio southlandicus Cockayne [unknown]
- Senecio southlandicus southlandicus [unknown]
- Brachyglottis southlandica southlandica [unknown]
Description
Brachyglottis southlandica (also called Grey-leaved Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to New Zealand. It has yellow flowers and grey-green leaves. It grows in dry, sunny areas, such as grasslands and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Brachyglottis southlandica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Brachyglottis southlandica var. albidula (Allan) B.Nord.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Brachyglottis southlandica is yellow in color and has a daisy-like shape. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings have thick, hairy leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Brachyglottis southlandica is a small shrub native to New Zealand. It grows in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by cuttings in the spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in the fall or early spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in the spring when the plant is actively growing.
Where to Find Brachyglottis southlandica
Brachyglottis southlandica is native to New Zealand and is found in open grasslands and scrublands.
Brachyglottis southlandica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brachyglottis southlandica?
Brachyglottis southlandica
What is the family of Brachyglottis southlandica?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Brachyglottis southlandica?
Southland Daisy
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,