Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss. & Heldr.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1849
Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. 2(11): 5 (1849)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000120637
Common Names
- Chrysophthalmum Dichotomum
- Dichotomum Chrysophthalmum
- Chrysophthalmum Chrysophthalmum
Description
Chrysophthalmum dichotomum (also called Yellow-rayed Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has yellow flowers with a yellow center and can grow up to 40 cm tall. It prefers dry, sunny habitats and can be found in meadows, pastures, and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Chrysophthalmum dichotomum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a source of food for livestock. It is also known to have medicinal properties and is used to treat various ailments such as fever, cold, cough, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chrysophthalmum dichotomum has yellow-green flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black and its seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chrysophthalmum dichotomum is an annual herb 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 and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn.
Where to Find Chrysophthalmum dichotomum
Chrysophthalmum dichotomum is native to the Mediterranean region.
Chrysophthalmum dichotomum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chrysophthalmum dichotomum?
Chrysophthalmum dichotomum
What is the common name of Chrysophthalmum dichotomum?
Golden Daisy
What is the natural habitat of Chrysophthalmum dichotomum?
Grasslands and open woodlands
Species in the Chrysophthalmum genus
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,