Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
prorepens
ID:
39561

Status:
valid

Authors:
Petrie

Source:
gcc

Year:
1887

Citation Micro:
Trans. & Proc. New Zealand Inst. xix, 1886 (1887) 326

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000038890



Common Names

  • Prostrate Celmisia
  • Prostrate Silver Daisy
  • Prostrate Mountain Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Elcismia prorepens B.L.Rob. [unknown]

Description

Celmisia prorepens (also called Dwarf Mountain Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to New Zealand. It grows to a height of up to 1 meter and has small, white flowers with a yellow center. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is often found in open meadows, pastures, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Celmisia prorepens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for wildlife. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, malaria, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Celmisia prorepens is a small, white flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a spiny surface. The seedlings are small, and have a rosette of spiny leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Celmisia prorepens is a perennial plant that is native to New Zealand. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best to plant it in early spring or late fall. It is also important to keep the soil evenly moist and to fertilize it regularly.

Where to Find Celmisia prorepens

Celmisia prorepens is native to New Zealand and can be found in alpine and subalpine areas.

Celmisia prorepens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Celmisia prorepens?

Celmisia prorepens

What is the common name of Celmisia prorepens?

Cushion Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Celmisia prorepens?

Celmisia prorepens is found in alpine meadows and grasslands in New Zealand.

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-137601: Based on the initial data import
Donald Petrie (1846-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Petrie' in the authors string.