Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
keiskeanum
ID:
15899

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nakai

Source:
gcc

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 34: 149 (1920)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000015228



Common Names

  • Crepidiastrum keiskeanum
  • Keiske's Crepidiastrum
  • Keiske's Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Lactuca keiskeana Makino [unknown]
  • Ixeris keiskeana (Maxim.) Stebbins [unknown]
  • Crepis keiskeana Maxim. [unknown]

Description

Crepidiastrum keiskeanum (also called Keiske's Crepidiastrum, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant of the family Asteraceae. It has a basal rosette of leaves, with yellow flowers that have a diameter of about 1 cm. It is native to Japan, and it can be found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Crepidiastrum keiskeanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping. It is also used to attract beneficial insects such as bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Crepidiastrum keiskeanum has white petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crepidiastrum keiskeanum can be propagated by seed or division. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. To propagate by division, dig up the plant and carefully separate the root ball into smaller sections. Replant each section in a new location.

Where to Find Crepidiastrum keiskeanum

Crepidiastrum keiskeanum is native to Japan.

Crepidiastrum keiskeanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crepidiastrum keiskeanum?

Crepidiastrum keiskeanum

What is the common name of Crepidiastrum keiskeanum?

Keiske's Crepidiastrum

What is the natural habitat of Crepidiastrum keiskeanum?

Crepidiastrum keiskeanum is found in grassland and forest habitats in East Asia

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