Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
polyvena
ID:
85511

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.Simpson & J.S.Thomson

Source:
gcc

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Trans. & Proc. Roy. Soc. N. Z. 73: 34. 1942

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000084840



Common Names

  • Polyvena Celmisia
  • Celmisia Polyvena
  • Polyvena Silver Spear


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Description

Celmisia polyvena (also called Many-veined Celmisia, among many other common names) is a shrub with grey-green leaves and white daisy-like flowers. It is native to New Zealand and is found in alpine and subalpine areas.

Uses & Benefits

Celmisia polyvena is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Celmisia polyvena is a white, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Celmisia polyvena is a perennial herb that grows in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and grows best in well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Celmisia polyvena

Celmisia polyvena is native to New Zealand and can be found in the North Island and South Island.

Celmisia polyvena FAQ

What is the scientific name of Celmisia polyvena?

Celmisia polyvena

What is the common name of Celmisia polyvena?

Many-veined daisy

What is the family of Celmisia polyvena?

Asteraceae

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-41271: Based on the initial data import
George Simpson (1880-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Simpson' in the authors string.
John Scott Thomson (1882-1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.S.Thomson' in the authors string.