Status:
valid
Authors:
(Elliott) Greene
Source:
gcc
Year:
1895
Citation Micro:
Erythea 3: 89 (1895)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000073732
Common Names
- Brintonia discoidea
- Brintonia floribunda
- Brintonia grandiflora
Synonyms
- Solidago discoidea Torr. & A.Gray [unknown]
- Solidago discoidea Elliott [unknown]
- Aster discoideus Elliott [unknown]
Description
Brintonia discoidea (also called Round-headed brintonia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is an annual herb with a single stem that grows up to 20 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands, scrublands, and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Brintonia discoidea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive issues, skin conditions, and as an anti-inflammatory.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Brintonia discoidea is a small, yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and have a smooth texture. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like shape.
Cultivation and Propagation
Brintonia discoidea is a perennial herb native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer or early fall. It is a slow-growing plant and can reach up to 2 feet in height.
Where to Find Brintonia discoidea
Brintonia discoidea can be found in the eastern United States, from New York to Florida.
Brintonia discoidea FAQ
What are the common names of Brintonia discoidea?
Common names of Brintonia discoidea include the Disc Daisy and Disc Marguerite.
What are the growing requirements for Brintonia discoidea?
Brintonia discoidea prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.
What is the size of Brintonia discoidea?
Brintonia discoidea typically grows to a height of 1-2 feet and a width of 1-2 feet.
Species in the Brintonia genus
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,