Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
anthemoides
ID:
86997

Status:
valid

Authors:
O.Hoffm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
Kunene-Sambesi-Exped. : 406 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000086326



Common Names

  • Grangea
  • Moth Daisy
  • Pincushion Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Grangea hippioides hippioides [unknown]
  • Grangea hippioides epapposa Merxm. [unknown]
  • Grangea hippioides Merxm. [unknown]

Description

Grangea anthemoides (also called daisy grangea, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe. It has yellow, daisy-like flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It grows in sunny places, such as meadows, pastures, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Grangea anthemoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb. It is used to treat skin conditions, digestive issues, and respiratory ailments. It is also used to make herbal teas and tinctures.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Grangea anthemoides is yellow and daisy-like, with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a single seed inside. The seedlings are small and thin with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Grangea anthemoides is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed. It is best to sow the seeds in late winter or early spring in a sunny spot in well-drained soil. Water the seeds regularly and keep the soil moist. Once the seedlings have emerged, thin them out to ensure they have enough space to grow. Fertilize the plants regularly to encourage healthy growth. Propagation can be done by division of the clumps in early spring.

Where to Find Grangea anthemoides

Grangea anthemoides is native to South Africa and can be found in dry, sandy areas.

Grangea anthemoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Grangea anthemoides?

Grangea anthemoides

What are the common names of Grangea anthemoides?

Anthemoides grangea

What is the natural habitat of Grangea anthemoides?

Grangea anthemoides is native to the United States and is found in dry, rocky, open woodlands and grasslands at elevations of 1,000–2,000 m (3,300–6,600 ft).

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