Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
pyrethrifolia
ID:
92163

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.f.) D.G.Lloyd & C.J.Webb

Source:
gcc

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
New Zealand J. Bot. 25(1): 103 (1987): (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000091492



Common Names

  • Pyrethrum Daisy
  • Pyrethrifolia Daisy
  • Leptinella Daisy


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Description

Leptinella pyrethrifolia (also called Pyrethrum Daisy, Pyrethrum Daisy Fleabane, and Pyrethrum Daisy Fleabane, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to Europe and North Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and stems that can reach up to 30 cm tall. It has white or pink flowers that bloom from July to September. It grows in meadows, pastures, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Leptinella pyrethrifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract butterflies and bees.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Leptinella pyrethrifolia var. linearifolia (Cheeseman) D.G.Lloyd & C.J.Webb

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leptinella pyrethrifolia has small, yellow flowers with white centers and thin petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leptinella pyrethrifolia is a perennial plant that prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil in full sun. Propagation is by division in spring or by seed in autumn.

Where to Find Leptinella pyrethrifolia

Leptinella pyrethrifolia can be found in the grasslands of New Zealand.

Leptinella pyrethrifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leptinella pyrethrifolia?

Leptinella pyrethrifolia

What is the common name of Leptinella pyrethrifolia?

Pyrethrum cudweed

What is the natural habitat of Leptinella pyrethrifolia?

Grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas

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-47756: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Colin James Webb (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.J.Webb' in the authors string.
David Lloyd (1937-2006): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.G.Lloyd' in the authors string.