Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
virgatum
ID:
38737

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Desr.) Clos

Source:
gcc

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 17: 185 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000038066



Common Names

  • Virgate Daisy
  • Virgate Oxeye Daisy
  • Virgate Marguerite


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Description

Leucanthemum virgatum (also called Daisy mayweed, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Europe, and is found in dry grassland and rocky hillsides. It is a small shrub with white daisy-like flowers and dark green, leathery leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Leucanthemum virgatum is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens. It has bright white flowers that bloom in the summer and attract bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leucanthemum virgatum has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and green with thin stems and small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leucanthemum virgatum is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Division should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Leucanthemum virgatum

Leucanthemum virgatum can be found in Europe and Asia.

Leucanthemum virgatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leucanthemum virgatum?

Leucanthemum virgatum

What is the growth rate of Leucanthemum virgatum?

Leucanthemum virgatum has a slow to moderate growth rate.

What is the hardiness zone of Leucanthemum virgatum?

Leucanthemum virgatum is hardy in USDA zones 8-10.

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-136805: Based on the initial data import
Joseph-Auguste Desrousseaux (1753-1838): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Desr.' in the authors string.
Dominique Clos (1821-1908): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Clos' in the authors string.