Status:
valid
Authors:
(Wedd.) Lundin
Source:
gcc
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Compositae Newslett. 44: 16 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000028001
Common Names
- Rough-leaved Daisy
- Rough-leaved Nordenstamia
- Rough-leaved Fleabane
Synonyms
- Aequatorium repandum (Wedd.) C.Jeffrey [unknown]
- Schistocarpha triangularis Rusby [unknown]
- Gynoxys repanda Wedd. [unknown]
Description
Nordenstamia repanda (also called Spreading-leaved Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a single stem with long, narrow, and pointed leaves. It produces white flowers with yellow centers. It is found in dry and rocky habitats, as well as in grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Nordenstamia repanda is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Nordenstamia repanda has yellow flowers that are arranged in a flat-topped cluster. The seeds are small, brown, and oblong. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves that are lance-shaped.
Cultivation and Propagation
Nordenstamia repanda is a perennial that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed, which should be sown in early spring. The seeds should be sown in a sunny location and lightly covered with soil. Once the seedlings have emerged, thin them to about 8 inches apart. The plants should be watered regularly and deadheaded to encourage more blooms.
Where to Find Nordenstamia repanda
Nordenstamia repanda is native to South America and is found in tropical and subtropical areas.
Nordenstamia repanda FAQ
What is the scientific name of Nordenstamia repanda?
Nordenstamia repanda
What is the common name of Nordenstamia repanda?
Rounded-leaved Daisy
What are the uses of Nordenstamia repanda?
It is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a food source.
Species in the Nordenstamia genus
Nordenstamia carpishensis,
Nordenstamia woytkowskii,
Nordenstamia kingii,
Nordenstamia pascoensis,
Nordenstamia repanda,
Nordenstamia cajamarcensis,
Nordenstamia rimachiana,
Nordenstamia fabrisii,
Nordenstamia limonensis,
Nordenstamia tovarii,
Nordenstamia huanucona,
Nordenstamia juninensis,
Nordenstamia longistyla,
Nordenstamia tuestae,
Nordenstamia stellatopilosa,
Nordenstamia magnifolia,
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,