Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Muell.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1858
Citation Micro:
Fragm. 1(3): 50 (1858)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000115087
Common Names
- Brachyscome Basaltica
- Basalt Daisy
- Basalt Daisybush
Description
Brachyscome basaltica (also called 'Basalt Daisy', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Australia. It is found in dry grasslands and woodlands, and grows to a height of 10-20 cm.
Uses & Benefits
Brachyscome basaltica is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Brachyscome basaltica var. gracilis Benth.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Brachyscome basaltica is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and white petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Brachythecium cuspidiferum is a small, evergreen moss that is found in damp, shady areas. It is easy to cultivate and propagate, and can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be propagated by division or by spore sowing. It is a low-maintenance plant and is not prone to pests or diseases.
Where to Find Brachyscome basaltica
Brachyscome basaltica is native to Australia and can be found growing in the wild in the states of New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania, Victoria, and Western Australia.
Brachyscome basaltica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brachyscome basaltica?
Brachyscome basaltica
What is the common name of Brachyscome basaltica?
Basalt Daisy
What is the natural habitat of Brachyscome basaltica?
It is native to Australia and is found in rocky hillsides and grasslands.
Species in the Brachyscome genus
Brachyscome riparia,
Brachyscome trachycarpa,
Brachyscome scapigera,
Brachyscome longiscapa,
Brachyscome tadgellii,
Brachyscome diversifolia,
Brachyscome papuana,
Brachyscome dissectifolia,
Brachyscome iberidifolia,
Brachyscome dentata,
Brachyscome coongiensis,
Brachyscome sinclairii,
Brachyscome ciliaris,
Brachyscome parvula,
Brachyscome chrysoglossa,
Brachyscome graminea,
Brachyscome glandulosa,
Brachyscome lineariloba,
Brachyscome cuneifolia,
Brachyscome multifida,
Brachyscome whitei,
Brachyscome melanocarpa,
Brachyscome xanthocarpa,
Brachyscome perpusilla,
Brachyscome segmentosa,
Brachyscome nova-anglica,
Brachyscome stuartii,
Brachyscome obovata,
Brachyscome papillosa,
Brachyscome assamica,
Brachyscome eriogona,
Brachyscome stolonifera,
Brachyscome breviscapis,
Brachyscome tatei,
Brachyscome muelleri,
Brachyscome blackii,
Brachyscome montana,
Brachyscome tenuiscapa,
Brachyscome decipiens,
Brachyscome tetrapterocarpa,
Brachyscome dichromosomatica,
Brachyscome nivalis,
Brachyscome elegans,
Brachyscome spathulata,
Brachyscome procumbens,
Brachyscome ciliocarpa,
Brachyscome pusilla,
Brachyscome smithwhitei,
Brachyscome rara,
Brachyscome sieberi,
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,