Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
canadensis
ID:
138162

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 926 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000137491



Common Names

  • Canadian Polymnia
  • Canadian Daisy
  • Canadian Fleabane


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Synonyms

  • Polymnia canadensis canadensis [unknown]
  • Polymnia radiata Small [unknown]
  • Polymnia canadensis radiata A.Gray [unknown]
  • Polymnia canadensis canadensis [unknown]
  • Polymnia canadensis radiata Fassett [deprecated]

Description

Polymnia canadensis (also called Canadian Leafcup, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to North America. It has a rosette of basal leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in meadows, grasslands, and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Polymnia canadensis is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and anti-fungal properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Polymnia canadensis is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polymnia canadensis is an annual plant that can be propagated by seed sowing in spring. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can also be grown in containers.

Where to Find Polymnia canadensis

Polymnia canadensis can be found in the temperate regions of North America.

Polymnia canadensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polymnia canadensis?

Polymnia canadensis

What is the common name of Polymnia canadensis?

Canadian polymnia

What is the natural habitat of Polymnia canadensis?

Dry, rocky slopes in Canada

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