Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wallichii
ID:
6988

Status:
valid

Authors:
Less.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1831

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 6: 129 (1831)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000006317



Common Names

  • Myriactis Wallichii
  • Wallich's Myriactis
  • Wallich's Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Myriactis gmelinii DC. [unknown]
  • Botryadenia gmelinii Fisch. & C.A.Mey. [unknown]
  • Balsamita dentata Wall. [unknown]

Description

Myriactis wallichii (also called Wallich's Myriactis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Himalayas and western China. It is a low-growing plant with a woody base and hairy stems, and its leaves are deeply divided into narrow lobes. It is found in grassland and alpine meadow habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Myriactis wallichii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Myriactis wallichii is a white daisy with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Myriactis wallichii is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Myriactis wallichii

Myriactis wallichii is native to India and can be found in dry grasslands, scrub, and rocky slopes.

Myriactis wallichii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myriactis wallichii?

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What is the growth rate of Myriactis wallichii?

Myriactis wallichii grows at a slow to moderate rate.

What is the ideal soil type for Myriactis wallichii?

Myriactis wallichii prefers well-drained, loamy soil.

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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