Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
tasmanicum
ID:
13582

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.f.) G.L.Nesom

Source:
gcc

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 76(5): 426 (1994) (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000012911



Common Names

  • Tasmanian Pappochroma
  • Tasmanian Daisy
  • Pappochroma tasmanicum


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Synonyms

  • Haplopappus tasmanicus Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Erigeron tasmanicus Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Erigeron tasmanicus tasmanicus [unknown]
  • Lagenopappus tasmanicus (Hook.f.) G.L.Nesom [unknown]

Description

Pappochroma tasmanicum (also called Tasmanian Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with white flowers. It is native to Tasmania, and grows in open grasslands and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Pappochroma tasmanicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pappochroma tasmanicum is a white, star-shaped flower with yellow stamens. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pappochroma tasmanicum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in the fall or early spring. Division can be done in early spring or fall. The plant can be divided into smaller clumps and replanted in the desired location.

Where to Find Pappochroma tasmanicum

Pappochroma tasmanicum is native to Tasmania and can be found in wet, open areas.

Pappochroma tasmanicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pappochroma tasmanicum?

Pappochroma tasmanicum

What is the common name of Pappochroma tasmanicum?

Tasmanian Pappochroma

What is the natural habitat of Pappochroma tasmanicum?

Pappochroma tasmanicum is found in dry, open woods and fields in Tasmania.

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

Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:979528-1: Based on the initial data import