Status:
valid
Authors:
Vogt
Source:
gcc
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Ruizia 10: 191 (1991) (1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000027264
Common Names
- Montserratianum Leucanthemum
- Leucanthemum Montserratianum
- Leucanthemum
Synonyms
- Leucanthemum vulgare montserratianum (Vogt) O.Bolòs & Vigo [unknown]
Description
Leucanthemum montserratianum (also called Montserrat Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with a basal rosette of leaves and a long, slender stem. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in grassy habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Leucanthemum montserratianum is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as an herbal remedy for digestive issues, colds, and skin irritations.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Leucanthemum montserratianum has small white flowers with five petals, each about 1 cm in diameter. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves that are oblong and rounded at the tip.
Cultivation and Propagation
Leucanthemum montserratianum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring, in a sunny location with well-drained soil. The plants should be divided every 3-4 years to keep them healthy and vigorous. Division should be done in the spring or fall.
Where to Find Leucanthemum montserratianum
Leucanthemum montserratianum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, France, and Italy.
Leucanthemum montserratianum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leucanthemum montserratianum?
Leucanthemum montserratianum
What is the common name of Leucanthemum montserratianum?
Montserrat Daisy
What is the natural habitat of Leucanthemum montserratianum?
It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in rocky and dry areas.
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,