Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
dummeri
ID:
67385

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bolus ex Hutch.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1916: 172 (1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000066714



Common Names

  • Marasmodes dummeri
  • Dummer's Marasmodes
  • Dummer's Daisy


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Description

Marasmodes dummeri (also called Dummer's Marasmodes, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe. It has a branching stem with white flowers and deeply-lobed leaves. It grows in disturbed areas, roadsides, and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Marasmodes dummeri is used as an ornamental plant, and as a medicinal plant to treat fever and malaria.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Marasmodes dummeri has small, yellow flowers with a yellow center and a white or yellow seed head. The seedlings are small, with a single, thin stem and a few leaves. The seeds are small and black.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Marasmodes dummeri is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°F (-18°C). It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Marasmodes dummeri

Marasmodes dummeri is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in dry meadows and grasslands at elevations of up to 1,500 meters.

Marasmodes dummeri FAQ

What are the ideal growing conditions for Marasmodes dummeri?

Marasmodes dummeri prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -5°C.

What is the best way to propagate Marasmodes dummeri?

Marasmodes dummeri can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn and divisions can be done in spring or early summer.

How often should Marasmodes dummeri be watered?

Marasmodes dummeri should be watered regularly during the growing season, but should not be overwatered. During the winter, it should only be watered if the soil is dry.

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-23588: Based on the initial data import
Harry Bolus (1834-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bolus' in the authors string.
John Hutchinson (1884-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hutch.' in the authors string.