Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
holosericea
ID:
10360

Status:
valid

Authors:
(G.Forst.) Hook.f.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Fl. Antarct. 1: 36 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000009689



Common Names

  • Celmisia
  • Holosericea
  • Silvery Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Aster holosericeus G.Forst. [unknown]
  • Elcismia holosericea B.L.Rob. [unknown]

Description

Celmisia holosericea (also called Silky Celmisia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to New Zealand. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and in open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Celmisia holosericea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Celmisia holosericea has small white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Celmisia holosericea is a perennial herb native to New Zealand. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or cuttings. Division should be done in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist medium.

Where to Find Celmisia holosericea

Celmisia holosericea can be found in New Zealand, primarily in the northern and southern parts of the country.

Celmisia holosericea FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Celmisia holosericea?

Celmisia holosericea is native to New Zealand.

What are the medicinal uses of Celmisia holosericea?

Celmisia holosericea has been used in traditional medicine for the treatment of fever, inflammation, and skin disorders.

What is the growth habit of Celmisia holosericea?

Celmisia holosericea is an annual or perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-109386: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Georg Forster (1754-1794): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Forst.' in the authors string.