Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
obovata
ID:
36261

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.L.Davis

Source:
gcc

Year:
1949

Citation Micro:
Proc. Linn. Soc. New South Wales lxxiv. 146 (1949)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000035590

Common Names

  • Oblong Daisy
  • Blue Daisy
  • Oblong Daisybush

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Description

Brachyscome obovata (also called Obovate Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Australia. It grows in dry, open habitats such as roadsides, fields, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Brachyscome obovata is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and parks for its attractive foliage and bright yellow flowers. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Brachyscome obovata is a small white daisy. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brachyscome obovata is a perennial plant that prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Brachyscome obovata

Brachyscome obovata is native to Australia and can be found in many areas of the country.

Brachyscome obovata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brachyscome obovata?

Brachyscome obovata

What is the common name of Brachyscome obovata?

Oval Daisy

What is the habitat of Brachyscome obovata?

Brachyscome obovata is found in moist meadows, grasslands, and along streams in western China

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-134426: Based on the initial data import
Gwenda Louise Davis (1911-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Davis' in the authors string.