Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
linearis
ID:
2757

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


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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.

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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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-102006: Based on the initial data import
Nikolai Tzvelev (1925-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tzvelev' in the authors string.