Status:
valid
Authors:
Petrie
Source:
gcc
Year:
1914
Citation Micro:
Trans. & Proc. New Zealand Inst. 46: 33 (1914). (1913 publ. 1914)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000066536
Common Names
- Celmisia Semicordata
- Mountain Daisy
- Semicordata
Synonyms
- Celmisia coriacea semicordata (Petrie) Cheeseman [unknown]
Description
Celmisia semicordata (also called Celmisia semicordata, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with linear leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to New Zealand and is found in alpine habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Celmisia semicordata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Celmisia semicordata sub. semicordata
Celmisia semicordata sub. aurigans Given
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Celmisia semicordata is a white, star-shaped floret, with a yellow centre. The seed is a small, black achene. The seedlings are small, and have a single, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Celmisia semicordata is a fast-growing, evergreen perennial that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer and should be planted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Celmisia semicordata
Celmisia semicordata is native to New Zealand and can be found in the alpine regions of the South Island.
Celmisia semicordata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Celmisia semicordata?
Celmisia semicordata
What is the family of Celmisia semicordata?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Celmisia semicordata?
None
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,