Status:
valid
Authors:
Bonif. & G.Sancho
Source:
gcc
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 31(4): 853 (-855, 859; figs. (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000085560
Common Names
- Microgyne marchesiana
- Marches' Microgyne
- Marches' Gynerium
Description
Microgyne marchesiana (also called March's microgyne, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a single stem with a few branches and a rosette of leaves at the base. The leaves are lanceolate, with a serrated margin and a white-hairy surface. The flowers are yellow and have a star-shaped shape. It grows in dry grasslands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Microgyne marchesiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used as a source of food for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Microgyne marchesiana is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, round, light green leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Microgyne marchesiana can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade.
Where to Find Microgyne marchesiana
Microgyne marchesiana can be found in the western United States and Mexico.
Microgyne marchesiana FAQ
What are the common names for Microgyne marchesiana?
Microgyne marchesiana is commonly known as March's Microgyne.
What is the natural habitat of Microgyne marchesiana?
Microgyne marchesiana is typically found in the grasslands of South America.
What type of soil does Microgyne marchesiana prefer?
Microgyne marchesiana prefers well-drained, loamy soils.
Species in the Microgyne 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
Gisela Sancho: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Sancho' in the authors string.
José M. Bonifacino: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bonif.' in the authors string.