Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
pumila
ID:
69684

Status:
valid

Authors:
(G.Forst.) Cheeseman

Source:
gcc

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
in Chilton, Subantarctic Isl. N. Zeal. 2: 412. 1909

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000069013



Common Names

  • Lagenophora Daisy
  • Small Daisy
  • Pumila Daisy


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Description

Lagenophora pumila (also called Dwarf Lagenophora, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It grows to a height of 10-30 cm and has small, white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky soils, usually in open areas such as hillsides and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Lagenophora pumila is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to stabilize soil and prevent erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lagenophora pumila has small yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lagenophora pumila is a perennial herb that is native to Australia. It is a low-growing plant that grows up to 20 cm in height. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is best done by seed sown in spring or early summer. The seed should be sown in a sunny position in well-drained soil. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and watered regularly. The seedlings should be thinned out to allow for adequate growth.

Where to Find Lagenophora pumila

Lagenophora pumila is native to Australia and can be found in the wild in the states of New South Wales and Victoria.

Lagenophora pumila FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lagenophora pumila?

Lagenophora pumila

What is the natural habitat of Lagenophora pumila?

Lagenophora pumila is native to South America.

What is the growth habit of Lagenophora pumila?

Lagenophora pumila is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters in height.

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-25858: Based on the initial data import
Georg Forster (1754-1794): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Forst.' in the authors string.
Thomas Frederic Cheeseman (1846-1923): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cheeseman' in the authors string.