Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
lacustre
ID:
96124

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Brot.) Samp.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Herb. Port. 132 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000095453



Common Names

  • Lacustre Daisy
  • Daisy
  • Lacustre


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Description

Leucanthemum lacustre (also called Lake Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual plant of the Asteraceae family. It has a basal rosette of leaves and white flower heads. It is native to Europe and grows in wet meadows and marshes.

Uses & Benefits

Leucanthemum lacustre is used in ornamental gardening and is also used as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Leucanthemum lacustre is a yellow, daisy-like flower with yellow-tipped ray florets. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leucanthemum lacustre is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best propagated in the spring or fall. To propagate from seed, scatter the seeds on the surface of a prepared seedbed and lightly cover them with soil. Water the seedbed regularly until the seedlings emerge. Transplant the seedlings to their permanent location when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Leucanthemum lacustre

Leucanthemum lacustre is native to Europe and can be found in the grasslands and meadows of the continent.

Leucanthemum lacustre FAQ

What are the common names of Leucanthemum lacustre?

Common names of Leucanthemum lacustre include lake daisy, lake hawkweed, and lake aster.

What is the growth habit of Leucanthemum lacustre?

Leucanthemum lacustre is a perennial herb that grows in clumps and can reach up to 2 feet in height.

What is the native range of Leucanthemum lacustre?

Leucanthemum lacustre is native to Europe, Asia, and North America.

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-51636: Based on the initial data import
Félix de Avelar Brotero (1744-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brot.' in the authors string.
Gonçalo Sampaio (1865-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Samp.' in the authors string.