Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
adustum
ID:
29054

Status:
valid

Authors:
(W.D.J.Koch) Gremli

Source:
gcc

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Fl. Anal. Suisse , ed. 2: 272 (1898)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000028383



Common Names

  • Adustum Leucanthemum
  • Leucanthemum Adustum
  • Sunshine Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Leucanthemum vulgare montanum Briq. & Cavill. [unknown]
  • Chrysanthemum montanum adustum W.D.J.Koch [unknown]

Description

Leucanthemum adustum (also called Oxeye Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 40 cm tall. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem that bears numerous flower heads. It is native to Europe and is found in grasslands, open woodlands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Leucanthemum adustum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a food source for some species of butterflies.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Leucanthemum adustum sub. adustum
Leucanthemum adustum sub. margaritae (Gáyer) Holub

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leucanthemum adustum has white flowers with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leucanthemum adustum is a perennial herb that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed or division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in the spring and division should be done in the fall.

Where to Find Leucanthemum adustum

Leucanthemum adustum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including France, Italy, and Spain.

Leucanthemum adustum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leucanthemum adustum?

Leucanthemum adustum

What type of plant is Leucanthemum adustum?

It is a perennial herbaceous plant

Where is Leucanthemum adustum found?

It is found in Europe

Species in the Leucanthemum genus

Leucanthemum meridionale, Leucanthemum glaucophyllum, Leucanthemum monspeliense, Leucanthemum burnatii, Leucanthemum gaudinii, Leucanthemum subglaucum, Leucanthemum visianii, Leucanthemum rohlenae, Leucanthemum gracilicaule, Leucanthemum atratum, Leucanthemum eliasii, Leucanthemum valentinum, Leucanthemum montserratianum, Leucanthemum delarbrei, Leucanthemum adustum, Leucanthemum pluriflorum, Leucanthemum halleri, Leucanthemum tridactylites, Leucanthemum vulgare, Leucanthemum virgatum, Leucanthemum halleri, Leucanthemum laciniatum, Leucanthemum tridactylites, Leucanthemum corunnense, Leucanthemum coronopifolium, Leucanthemum chloroticum, Leucanthemum gallaecicum, Leucanthemum pawlowskii, Leucanthemum aligulatum, Leucanthemum glaucophyllum, Leucanthemum maximum, Leucanthemum silvaticum, Leucanthemum ircutianum, Leucanthemum lacustre, Leucanthemum sylvaticum, Leucanthemum maestracense, Leucanthemum cuneifolium, Leucanthemum illyricum, Leucanthemum favargeri, Leucanthemum catalaunicum, Leucanthemum pallens, Leucanthemum heterophyllum, Leucanthemum corsicum, Leucanthemum graminifolium, Leucanthemum platylepis, Leucanthemum lithopolitanicum, Leucanthemum rotundifolium, Leucanthemum pachyphyllum, Leucanthemum esterellense, Leucanthemum ligusticum,

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-127435: Based on the initial data import
August Gremli (1833-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gremli' in the authors string.
Wilhelm Daniel Joseph Koch (1771-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.D.J.Koch' in the authors string.