Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
legraeanum
ID:
1322546

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rouy) B.Bock & J.-M.Tison

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. Centre-Ouest 43: 210 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001335000



Common Names

  • Leucanthemum legraeanum
  • Legraean Leucanthemum
  • Legraean-Leaf Leucanthemum


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Description

Leucanthemum legraeanum (also called 'Legraean Daisy', 'Rooikrans', 'Rooikrantz' among many other common names) is a herb native to Europe. It has long, thin, green leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in grasslands and on hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Leucanthemum legraeanum is a popular ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used medicinally to treat digestive issues and to reduce inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leucanthemum legraeanum has small white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are short and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leucanthemum legraeanum is a hardy, evergreen perennial that can reach up to 0.5 m (1.6 ft) tall. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix. Divisions should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining, sandy soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Leucanthemum legraeanum

Leucanthemum legraeanum is found in Turkey.

Leucanthemum legraeanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leucanthemum legraeanum?

Leucanthemum legraeanum

What is the common name of Leucanthemum legraeanum?

Legrae's Daisy

What type of plant is Leucanthemum legraeanum?

Leucanthemum legraeanum is a herb

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

Georges Rouy (1851-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rouy' in the authors string.
Jean-Marc Tison (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.-M.Tison' in the authors string.
Benoit Bock (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Bock' in the authors string.