Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
discolor
ID:
75537

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Fl. Nov.-Zel. 1: 123 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000074866



Common Names

  • Celmisia
  • Silver Daisy
  • Discolor


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Description

Celmisia discolor (also called Silver Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to New Zealand. It has a rosette of basal leaves and a single stem with a few leaves. The flowers are white and have a daisy-like appearance. It grows in alpine meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Celmisia discolor is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to attract beneficial insects such as bees and butterflies to the garden.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Celmisia discolor var. intermedia (Petrie) Allan

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Celmisia discolor is a small, white, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, light green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Celmisia discolor is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn and by seed in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Celmisia discolor

Celmisia discolor is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in moist, sandy soils. It is most commonly found in the countries of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Celmisia discolor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Celmisia discolor?

Celmisia discolor

What is the natural habitat of Celmisia discolor?

Celmisia discolor is found in dry, open areas in the Mediterranean region.

What are the characteristics of Celmisia discolor?

Celmisia discolor is a small, perennial plant with small, white flowers and narrow, linear leaves.

Species in the Celmisia genus

Celmisia incana, Celmisia lateralis, Celmisia mackaui, Celmisia rutlandii, Celmisia holosericea, Celmisia walkeri, Celmisia longifolia, Celmisia christensenii, Celmisia similis, Celmisia glabrescens, Celmisia lanigera, Celmisia morrisonii, Celmisia linearis, Celmisia ramulosa, Celmisia argentea, Celmisia boweana, Celmisia traversii, Celmisia rigida, Celmisia lindsayi, Celmisia macmahoni, Celmisia cockayneana, Celmisia laricifolia, Celmisia clavata, Celmisia costiniana, Celmisia dubia, Celmisia lyallii, Celmisia dallii, Celmisia sessiliflora, Celmisia spectabilis, Celmisia coriacea, Celmisia sinclairii, Celmisia inaccessa, Celmisia prorepens, Celmisia alpina, Celmisia graminifolia, Celmisia angustifolia, Celmisia tomentella, Celmisia adamsii, Celmisia spedeni, Celmisia allanii, Celmisia mollis, Celmisia semicordata, Celmisia hieraciifolia, Celmisia discolor, Celmisia sericophylla, Celmisia brevifolia, Celmisia densiflora, Celmisia insignis, Celmisia asteliifolia, Celmisia parva,

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,

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