Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
procumbens
ID:
82110

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.L.Davis

Source:
gcc

Year:
1948

Citation Micro:
-

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000081439

Common Names

  • Procumbent Daisy
  • Brachyscome procumbens
  • Procumbent Brachyscome

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Description

Brachyscome procumbens (also called 'Cut-leaved Daisy', 'Cut-leaved Daisy-bush', 'Cut-leaved Daisy-flower' among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Australia. It grows up to 0.5 m tall and has small, greyish-green leaves and small, white flower heads. It prefers sunny, dry habitats and is commonly found in grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Brachyscome procumbens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects to the garden.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Brachyscome procumbens sub. wombelongensis P.S.Short

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Brachyscome procumbens is a small, yellow flower head with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, ovoid-shaped achene with a white pappus. The seedlings are small, with a rosette of lobed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brachyscome procumbens is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that is native to Australia. It grows in a clump and has small, white daisy-like flowers. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts.

Where to Find Brachyscome procumbens

Brachyscome procumbens is native to Australia and can be found in the wild in the Northern Territory, Queensland, New South Wales, and Victoria.

Brachyscome procumbens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brachyscome procumbens?

Brachyscome procumbens

What is the common name of Brachyscome procumbens?

Prostrate Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Brachyscome procumbens?

Open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed sites

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-37987: Based on the initial data import
Gwenda Louise Davis (1911-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Davis' in the authors string.