Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
radicans
ID:
120779

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steetz

Source:
gcc

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Pl. Preiss. 1(3): 429 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000120108

Common Names

  • Cut-leaf Daisy
  • Brachyscome
  • Cut-leaf Brachyscome

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Synonyms

  • Brachyscome nivalis nivalis [unknown]

Description

Brachyscome radicans (also called Cutleaf Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to Australia. It has a basal rosette of leaves and solitary white or pink flowers. It grows in meadows, pastures, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Brachyscome radicans is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a natural dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brachyscome radicans has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brachyscome radicans is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in early spring or late fall and cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer. Once established, it requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Brachyscome radicans

Brachyscome radicans is native to Australia and is found in the south-western parts of the continent.

Brachyscome radicans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brachyscome radicans?

Brachyscome radicans

What is the family of Brachyscome radicans?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Brachyscome radicans?

Brachyscome

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-81386: Based on the initial data import
Joachim Steetz (1804-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steetz' in the authors string.