Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bellidiformis
ID:
1926

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) Mattf.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 68(2-3): 250 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000001255



Common Names

  • Bellidiformis Keysseria
  • Keysseria
  • Bellidiformis


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Synonyms

  • Myriactis bellidiformis F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Hecatactis bellidiformis Mattf. [unknown]

Description

Keysseria bellidiformis (also called Star-shaped Keysseria, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves that are linear and lanceolate in shape, and its flowers are white and star-shaped. It grows in dry, rocky habitats, and is often found in rocky hillsides and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Keysseria bellidiformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever and malaria.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Keysseria bellidiformis is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Keysseria bellidiformis is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown from seed or by division. When grown from seed, it should be sown in the spring in a sunny location. The soil should be well-drained and kept moist. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The plant should be divided into smaller clumps and replanted in the desired location.

Where to Find Keysseria bellidiformis

Keysseria bellidiformis is native to the western United States, primarily in California, Oregon, and Washington. It can be found in dry, open areas such as chaparral, grasslands, and oak woodlands.

Keysseria bellidiformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Keysseria bellidiformis?

Keysseria bellidiformis

What is the natural habitat of Keysseria bellidiformis?

Grassy meadows and pastures

What is the flowering season of Keysseria bellidiformis?

Spring and summer

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

Johannes Mattfeld (1895-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mattf.' in the authors string.
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:227283-1: Based on the initial data import