Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
discoidea
ID:
96615

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vatke) D.L.Schulz

Source:
gcc

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Gleditschia 18(2): 214 (1990): (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000095944



Common Names

  • Micractis discoidea
  • Discoid Daisy
  • Discoid Fleabane


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Description

Micractis discoidea (also called round-headed micractis, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to California. It has small, white, woolly flower heads with yellow centers and is found in open, dry areas such as grasslands and chaparral.

Uses & Benefits

Micractis discoidea is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its bright yellow flowers. It is also used to make herbal teas and is believed to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Micractis discoidea has small white flowers with a single row of petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Micractis discoidea is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some salt spray. It can be pruned back in late winter to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Micractis discoidea

Micractis discoidea is native to South America and can be found in dry, open areas such as grasslands and shrublands. It is most commonly found in Peru, Bolivia, and Argentina.

Micractis discoidea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Micractis discoidea?

Micractis discoidea

What is the natural habitat of Micractis discoidea?

Micractis discoidea is native to the Mediterranean region.

What is the flower color of Micractis discoidea?

The flowers of Micractis discoidea are usually yellow or white.

Species in the Micractis genus

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-52105: Based on the initial data import
Dorothea Louise Schulz (1931-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.L.Schulz' in the authors string.
Wilhelm Vatke (1849-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vatke' in the authors string.