Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
perpusilla
ID:
33612

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Steetz) J.M.Black

Source:
gcc

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Flora of South Australia 4 1929

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000032941

Common Names

  • Brachyscome Daisy
  • Cut-leaf Daisy
  • Periwinkle Daisy

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Description

Brachyscome perpusilla (also called Dwarf Daisy, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Australia. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers that bloom in the spring. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and is often found in woodlands, forests, and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Brachyscome perpusilla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a groundcover and in rock gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brachyscome perpusilla has small, white daisy-like flowers with yellow centres. Its seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brachyscome perpusilla is a low-growing, spreading perennial with small, daisy-like flowers. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed, division, or cuttings.

Where to Find Brachyscome perpusilla

Brachyscome perpusilla is found in Australia, primarily in the southern states of Victoria and New South Wales.

Brachyscome perpusilla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brachyscome perpusilla?

Brachyscome perpusilla

What type of plant is Brachyscome perpusilla?

It is an annual herb

Where does Brachyscome perpusilla originate from?

It originates from Australia

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-131856: Based on the initial data import
Joachim Steetz (1804-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steetz' in the authors string.
John McConnell Black (1855-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.Black' in the authors string.