Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hook.f.) G.L.Nesom
Source:
gcc
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 85(4): 277 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000030407
Common Names
- Bellidioides Pappochroma
- Pappochroma Bellidioides
- Pappochroma
Synonyms
- Haplopappus bellidioides Hook.f. [unknown]
- Pappochroma uniflora Raf. [unknown]
- Erigeron bellidioides (Hook.f.) S.J.Forbes & D.I.Morris [unknown]
Description
Pappochroma bellidioides (also called 'Small Daisy', among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to Europe and North Africa. It is a low-growing plant with yellow flowers and small, oval-shaped leaves. It typically grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Pappochroma bellidioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pappochroma bellidioides is a small, white, star-shaped bloom with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped nutlet. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pappochroma bellidioides is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Pappochroma bellidioides
Pappochroma bellidioides is native to Iran and can be found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes.
Pappochroma bellidioides FAQ
What is the growth rate of Pappochroma bellidioides?
Pappochroma bellidioides is a fast-growing species that can reach up to 1.5 m in height.
What is the ideal soil type for Pappochroma bellidioides?
Pappochroma bellidioides prefers moist, well-drained soils with a pH of 6.0-7.5.
What is the ideal temperature for Pappochroma bellidioides?
Pappochroma bellidioides prefers temperatures between 15-30°C.
Species in the Pappochroma 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,