Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spectabilis
ID:
35148

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Fl. Antarct. 1: 35 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000034477



Common Names

  • Mountain Daisy
  • Mountain Celmisia
  • Mountain Silver Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Celmisia spectabilis spectabilis [unknown]
  • Celmisia spectabilis albomarginata W.Martin [unknown]

Description

Celmisia spectabilis (also called showy mountain daisy, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to New Zealand. It has a woody stem and grows to a height of up to 1.5 meters. It is found in temperate grasslands and is often found in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Celmisia spectabilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and can be used to make herbal teas.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Celmisia spectabilis sub. magnifica (Allan) Given
Celmisia spectabilis sub. lanceolata (Hook.f.) Given
Celmisia spectabilis sub. spectabilis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Celmisia spectabilis is a bright yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, bright yellow flower with a yellow center.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Celmisia spectabilis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and does not require much fertilizer or water. It can be propagated by taking divisions in the spring or summer and planting them in moist soil. The divisions should be kept moist until they have rooted. Seeds can be sown in the spring or summer in a well-drained soil. The seedlings should be kept moist until they have established.

Where to Find Celmisia spectabilis

Celmisia spectabilis is native to New Zealand and can be found in alpine grasslands and meadows.

Celmisia spectabilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Celmisia spectabilis?

Celmisia spectabilis

What is the common name of Celmisia spectabilis?

Spectacular daisy

What is the natural habitat of Celmisia spectabilis?

Celmisia spectabilis is found in the temperate regions of 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