Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
alpina
ID:
123994

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Heywood

Source:
gcc

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Anales Inst. Bot. Cavanilles 32(2): 182 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000123323



Common Names

  • Alpine Oxeye Daisy
  • Alpine Leucanthemopsis
  • Alpine Marguerite


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Description

Leucanthemopsis alpina (also called Alpine Ox-eye Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe. It typically grows in rocky and sandy soils, and is found in grasslands, scrublands, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Leucanthemopsis alpina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Leucanthemopsis alpina sub. minima (Vill.) Holub
Leucanthemopsis alpina sub. tatrae (Vierh.) Holub
Leucanthemopsis alpina sub. cuneata (Pau) Heywood
Leucanthemopsis alpina sub. tomentosa (Loisel.) Heywood
Leucanthemopsis alpina sub. alpina
Leucanthemopsis alpina sub. pseudotomentosa (Fiori) Tomasello & Oberpr.
Leucanthemopsis alpina sub. cuneifolia (Murr) Tomasello & Oberpr.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leucanthemopsis alpina has a white flower with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin, with a single stem and small, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leucanthemopsis alpina is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is a hardy plant that is tolerant of drought and cold temperatures. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Leucanthemopsis alpina

Leucanthemopsis alpina is native to Europe and Asia. It can be found in alpine and subalpine meadows, as well as in other open habitats.

Leucanthemopsis alpina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leucanthemopsis alpina?

Leucanthemopsis alpina

What is the common name of Leucanthemopsis alpina?

Alpine Oxeye

Where is Leucanthemopsis alpina found?

It is found in the temperate regions of Europe

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-8447: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Vernon Heywood (b.1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heywood' in the authors string.