Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
achilleoides
ID:
7157

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1812

Citation Micro:
Hortus Kew. 4: 517 (1812)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000006486



Common Names

  • Achilleoides Ixodia
  • Ixodia
  • Yam Daisy


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Description

Ixodia achilleoides (also called Achillea-like Ixodia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Australia. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers with spiny bracts. It grows in dry soils and is often found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Ixodia achilleoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ixodia achilleoides sub. achilleoides

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ixodia achilleoides has yellow daisy-like flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ixodia achilleoides is a perennial herb that is native to Australia. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Ixodia achilleoides

Ixodia achilleoides is native to Australia and can be found in New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia.

Ixodia achilleoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ixodia achilleoides?

Ixodia achilleoides

What is the natural habitat of Ixodia achilleoides?

Dry grasslands and scrublands

What are the common names of Ixodia achilleoides?

Achillea Daisy, Achillea Daisy Bush

Species in the Ixodia 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,