Status:
valid
Authors:
(Matsumura) Tzvelev
Source:
gcc
Year:
1961
Citation Micro:
Fl. URSS xxvi. 139 (1961)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000002086
Common Names
- Linear Leucanthemella
- Leucanthemella
- Linear
Description
Leucanthemella linearis (also called Linear-leaved Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Europe and North Africa. It has linear leaves and white flowers with yellow centers. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Leucanthemella linearis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Leucanthemella linearis has white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Leucanthemella linearis is a perennial plant that is propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring and keep the soil moist until germination. Once the seedlings are established, they should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks. Deadheading the flowers will help to encourage more blooms.
Where to Find Leucanthemella linearis
Leucanthemella linearis can be found in the mountains of central and southern Europe.
Leucanthemella linearis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leucanthemella linearis?
Leucanthemella linearis
What is the common name of Leucanthemella linearis?
Linear-leaved daisy
What is the natural habitat of Leucanthemella linearis?
Grasslands, meadows, and pastures
Species in the Leucanthemella 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,