Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nana
ID:
48715

Status:
valid

Authors:
Speg.

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000048044



Common Names

  • Nana Micropsis
  • Nana Groundsel
  • Nana Micropsis


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Description

Micropsis nana (also called Dwarf Mouse-ear Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the Asteraceae family. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single yellow flower head. It is native to Europe and is found in meadows, grasslands and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Micropsis nana is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of food and fodder.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Micropsis nana is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Micropsis nana is a small, evergreen shrub with a spreading habit. It is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and placed in a well-drained potting mix. They should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Micropsis nana

Micropsis nana can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Micropsis nana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Micropsis nana?

Micropsis nana

What is the family of Micropsis nana?

Asteraceae

Where is Micropsis nana native to?

South Africa

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,

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