Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
paludosa
ID:
66366

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Greene) J.T.Howell

Source:
gcc

Year:
1948

Citation Micro:
Leafl. W. Bot. 5: 108 (1948)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000065695



Common Names

  • Marsh Microseris
  • Marsh Fleabane
  • Marsh Daisy


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Description

Microseris paludosa (also called Marsh Fleabane, among many other common names) is an annual plant of the family Asteraceae. It is native to the temperate regions of Europe, and can be found in wetland habitats such as marshes, bogs, and wet meadows. It has small yellow flowers and narrow, lance-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Microseris paludosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It has a wide variety of medicinal uses, including treating digestive problems, skin diseases, and respiratory ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Microseris paludosa is a yellow-green disc-shaped flower head, with many yellow ray florets around the edge. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Microseris paludosa is a perennial herb that is propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Microseris paludosa

Microseris paludosa is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales and Victoria.

Microseris paludosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Microseris paludosa?

Microseris paludosa

What is the common name of Microseris paludosa?

Marsh Microseris

What is the native range of Microseris paludosa?

North America

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-22598: Based on the initial data import
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.
John Thomas Howell (1903-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.T.Howell' in the authors string.