Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
linosyris
ID:
40480

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Rchb.f.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1854

Citation Micro:
Icon. Fl. Germ. Helv. 16: 8 (1853-1854)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000039809



Common Names

  • Linseed Galatella
  • Linseed Groundsel
  • Linseed Ragwort


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Synonyms

  • Crinitina linosyris linosyris [unknown]
  • Crinitaria linosyris linosyris [unknown]
  • Linosyris vulgaris vulgaris [unknown]
  • Aster savii Arcang. [unknown]
  • Crinitaria linosyris armoricana (Rouy) Holub [unknown]

Description

Galatella linosyris (also called Flax-Leaved Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial flowering plant native to Europe. It has daisy-like flowers with yellow centers and white petals, and grows in sunny, dry areas. It is often found in grasslands, along roadsides, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Galatella linosyris is used as an ornamental plant and its leaves are used as a flavoring agent in Spanish cuisine.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Galatella linosyris sub. linosyris
Galatella linosyris sub. pontica (Lipsky) Novopokr. & Bogdan
Galatella linosyris sub. armoricana (Rouy) Greuter
Galatella linosyris sub. fominii (Kem.-Nath.) Greuter

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Galatella linosyris has yellow, daisy-like flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Galatella linosyris is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family, Asteraceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region. It is a perennial herb, growing up to 1 m tall. It is found in dry, rocky soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or early summer.

Where to Find Galatella linosyris

Galatella linosyris is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, sunny areas.

Galatella linosyris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Galatella linosyris?

Galatella linosyris

What is the natural habitat of Galatella linosyris?

Subalpine and alpine meadows

What is the flowering period of Galatella linosyris?

June to August

Species in the Galatella genus

Galatella litvinovii, Galatella tatarica, Galatella hissarica, Galatella villosa, Galatella crinitoides, Galatella cretica, Galatella chromopappa, Galatella angustissima, Galatella sedifolia, Galatella nemoralis, Galatella saxatilis, Galatella aragonensis, Galatella dahurica, Galatella villosula, Galatella amani, Galatella coriacea, Galatella linosyris, Galatella tianschanica, Galatella regelii, Galatella polygaloides, Galatella subvillosa, Galatella hauptii, Galatella scoparia, Galatella chulbairica, Galatella fastigiiformis, Galatella altaica, Galatella albanica, Galatella cana, Galatella biflora, Galatella divaricata, Galatella sublinosyris, Galatella subtatarica, Galatella pontica, Galatella sedifolia, Galatella anatolica, Galatella bectauatensis, Galatella malacitana, Galatella tzvelevii,

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-138505: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.