Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
saxifraga
ID:
116091

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) W.M.Curtis

Source:
gcc

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Taxon xvii. 467 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000115420



Common Names

  • Megalastrum connexum
  • Connexum Megalastrum
  • Connexum Fern


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Synonyms

  • Celmisia saxifraga Comber [unknown]
  • Celmisia longifolia saxifraga Benth. [unknown]

Description

Celmisia saxifraga (also called Mountain Daisy, Mountain Celmisia, and Alpine Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial native to New Zealand. It is a low-growing, mat-forming plant with bright green foliage and white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Celmisia saxifraga is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of food and fodder.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Celmisia saxifraga are white and daisy-like, with a yellow center and many petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and long, with a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Celmisia saxifraga is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows in well-drained, sunny positions. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer. Take cuttings from the tips of the stems and remove the lower leaves. Place the cuttings in a pot of moist, well-drained soil and keep in a warm, sheltered spot until they have rooted. Plant out in the garden in autumn or spring.

Where to Find Celmisia saxifraga

Celmisia saxifraga is native to New Zealand and can be found in grasslands, open woodlands, and coastal areas.

Celmisia saxifraga FAQ

What is the scientific name of Celmisia saxifraga?

Celmisia saxifraga

What type of plant is Celmisia saxifraga?

It is a perennial herb

Where is Celmisia saxifraga found?

It is found 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-76872: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Winifred Mary Curtis (1905-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.M.Curtis' in the authors string.