Status:
valid
Authors:
G.L.Davis
Source:
gcc
Year:
1948
Citation Micro:
Proc. Linn. Soc. New South Wales lxxiii. 178 (1948)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000033541
Common Names
- New England Daisy
- New England Brachyscome
- New England Cutleaf Daisy
Description
Brachyscome nova-anglica (also called 'New England Daisy', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows to a height of 10–30 cm. It is native to Australia and is found in grasslands and open woodlands. It has long, narrow, lanceolate leaves and small white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Brachyscome nova-anglica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Brachyscome nova-anglica is a yellow-orange disc floret, with a diameter of 5-6 mm. The seed is an achene, with a length of 1-2 mm, and a width of 0.5-1 mm. The seedlings are slender, with a single leaf and a short stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Brachyscome nova-anglica is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division in spring or autumn. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and resistant to deer and rabbits.
Where to Find Brachyscome nova-anglica
Brachyscome nova-anglica is native to Australia and can be found in the dry, evergreen forests of the country.
Brachyscome nova-anglica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brachyscome nova-anglica?
Brachyscome nova-anglica
What is the common name of Brachyscome nova-anglica?
New England Daisy
What type of plant is Brachyscome nova-anglica?
Perennial herb
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,