Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arachnoidea
ID:
67646

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.) Druce

Source:
gcc

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Rep. Bot. Soc. Exch. Club Brit. Isles 4(Suppl. 2): 640 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000066975



Common Names

  • Spider Daisy
  • Spider Daisy Bush
  • Podolepis Daisy


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Description

Podolepis arachnoidea (also called Spider Daisy, among many other common names) is a small, perennial shrub with white, daisy-like flowers. It is native to Australia and grows in dry, sandy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Podolepis arachnoidea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating digestive issues and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Podolepis arachnoidea has yellow flowers with a white center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Podolepis arachnoidea is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C. It is best grown in a rock garden or in a container.

Where to Find Podolepis arachnoidea

Podolepis arachnoidea is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, and Victoria.

Podolepis arachnoidea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Podolepis arachnoidea?

Podolepis arachnoidea

What is the common name of Podolepis arachnoidea?

Spider Daisy

What are the characteristics of Podolepis arachnoidea?

Podolepis arachnoidea is a perennial herb with small, white daisy-like flowers and hairy leaves.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-23850: Based on the initial data import
George Claridge Druce (1850-1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Druce' in the authors string.
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.