Status:
valid
Authors:
Poepp. & Endl.
Source:
gcc
Year:
Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. Pl. iii. 48. t. 248.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000007343
Common Names
- Plagiocheilus Frigidus
- Frosted Daisy
- Frosted Everlasting Daisy
Description
Plagiocheilus frigidus (also called Arctic Groundsel, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Arctic regions. It has small, spoon-shaped leaves and small yellow flowers. It prefers moist, shady habitats and is often found in tundra and alpine meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Plagiocheilus frigidus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Plagiocheilus frigidus has small yellow flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Plagiocheilus frigidus is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken in early summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Seeds should be sown in spring and lightly covered with soil.
Where to Find Plagiocheilus frigidus
Plagiocheilus frigidus is native to North America and can be found in moist, shady areas such as woodlands and wetlands.
Plagiocheilus frigidus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Plagiocheilus frigidus?
Plagiocheilus frigidus
What is the common name of Plagiocheilus frigidus?
Frigid Plagiocheilus
What is the family of Plagiocheilus frigidus?
Asteraceae
Species in the Plagiocheilus 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,