Melanoseris cyanea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cyanea
ID:
114921
Status:
valid
Authors:
Edgew.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1846
Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 20(1): 81 (1846)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000114250
Common Names
- Cyanea Melanoseris
- Blue Melanoseris
- Melanoseris Daisy
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Melanoseris cyanea (also called Blue Melanoseris, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to South America and is found in dry grasslands, meadows and disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Melanoseris cyanea is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine. It has anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Melanoseris cyanea is a white to pinkish-white, tubular flower with four petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Melanoseris cyanea is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring and division should be done in early spring or autumn.
Where to Find Melanoseris cyanea
Melanoseris cyanea is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes.
Melanoseris cyanea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Melanoseris cyanea?
Melanoseris cyanea
What is the common name of Melanoseris cyanea?
Blue melanoseris
What is the natural habitat of Melanoseris cyanea?
Grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands
Species in the Melanoseris genus
Melanoseris lessertiana, Melanoseris cyanea, Melanoseris yunnanensis, Melanoseris rhombiformis, Melanoseris macrantha, Melanoseris ciliata, Melanoseris beesiana, Melanoseris hirsuta, Melanoseris sichuanensis, Melanoseris taliensis, Melanoseris henryi, Melanoseris macrocephala, Melanoseris atropurpurea, Melanoseris leiolepis, Melanoseris likiangensis, Melanoseris pectiniformis, Melanoseris tenuis, Melanoseris graciliflora, Melanoseris leptantha, Melanoseris macrorhiza, Melanoseris violifolia, Melanoseris bracteata, Melanoseris souliei, Melanoseris brunoniana, Melanoseris decipiens, Melanoseris filicina, Melanoseris kashmiriana, Melanoseris lahulensis, Melanoseris polyclada, Melanoseris qinghaica, Melanoseris bonatii, Melanoseris dolichophylla, Melanoseris monocephala,
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
Michael Pakenham Edgeworth (1812-1881): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Edgew.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:232166-1: Based on the initial data import