Status:
valid
Authors:
O.Hoffm.Engl. & Prantl
Source:
gcc
Year:
1890
Citation Micro:
Natur. Pflanzenfam. 4(5): 234. 1890
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000056700
Common Names
- Newton's Daisy
- Newton's Fleabane
- Newton's Omphalopappus
Description
Omphalopappus newtonii (also called 'Newton's Daisy', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in sunny, dry habitats, and has a rosette of small, oval leaves with yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Omphalopappus newtonii is an ornamental plant that can be used in rock gardens or as a ground cover. It is also known to be drought tolerant and can be used to prevent soil erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Omphalopappus newtonii has yellow flowers with 4-5 petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Omphalopappus newtonii is a perennial herb that is native to the southwestern United States. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or division in the spring. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in the summer.
Where to Find Omphalopappus newtonii
Omphalopappus newtonii is native to Africa and can be found in Ethiopia, Kenya, and Tanzania.
Omphalopappus newtonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Omphalopappus newtonii?
Omphalopappus newtonii
What is the common name of Omphalopappus newtonii?
Newton's button-sunray
What is the family of Omphalopappus newtonii?
Asteraceae
Species in the Omphalopappus 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,