Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Muell.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1858
Citation Micro:
Fragm. 1(3): 50 (1858)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000094781
Common Names
- Brachyscome microcarpa
- Cut-leaf Daisy
- Small Daisy
Description
Brachyscome microcarpa (also called small-fruited daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has a basal rosette of leaves that are oblong to lanceolate in shape, with white flowers. It is native to Australia, and is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Brachyscome microcarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also grown in pots and containers. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, cold, cough, and asthma.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Brachyscome microcarpa sub. darlingensis P.S.Short
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Brachyscome microcarpa is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf and a short stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Brachyscome microcarpa is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. When propagating from seed, sow the seeds in a seed tray filled with a good quality potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate drainage. Once the seedlings are established, transplant them into individual pots or into the garden. When propagating from cuttings, take cuttings in late spring or early summer. Use a sharp knife to take cuttings from the tips of the stems. Plant the cuttings in a pot filled with a good quality potting mix and keep the soil moist. The cuttings should root in a few weeks.
Where to Find Brachyscome microcarpa
Brachyscome microcarpa is native to Australia and can be found in Queensland, New South Wales, and Victoria.
Brachyscome microcarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brachyscome microcarpa?
Brachyscome microcarpa
What is the common name of Brachyscome microcarpa?
Small-fruited Daisy
What is the natural habitat of Brachyscome microcarpa?
Grassy slopes and open woodlands
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,