Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
hosmariense
ID:
87152

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ball) B.H.Wilcox, K.Bremer & Humphries

Source:
gcc

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Bull. Nat. Hist. Mus. (London), Bot. 23(2): 142 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000086481



Common Names

  • Rhodanthemum hosmariense
  • Maritime Everlasting
  • Moroccan Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Chrysanthemum hosmariense (Ball) J.W.Ingram [unknown]
  • Chrysanthemum maresii hosmariense Ball [unknown]
  • Leucanthemum hosmariense Font Quer [unknown]

Description

Rhodanthemum hosmariense (also called Hosmariens Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has white flowers with yellow centers, and its leaves are arranged in a rosette. It is found in dry, rocky habitats, as well as in meadows and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Rhodanthemum hosmariense is a drought-tolerant plant that is often used as an ornamental in gardens. It can also be used to attract pollinators and can be used to help control erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rhodanthemum hosmariense is a yellow daisy-like flower with white petals. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedling is a small rosette of leaves with a single stem and a single flower.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhodanthemum hosmariense is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is hardy to USDA zone 8 and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Rhodanthemum hosmariense

Rhodanthemum hosmariense is native to Morocco and can be found in dry, rocky areas at elevations of up to 1,500 meters.

Rhodanthemum hosmariense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhodanthemum hosmariense?

Rhodanthemum hosmariense

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Hosmariense

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Asteraceae

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-42862: Based on the initial data import
Chris Humphries (1947-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Humphries' in the authors string.
Kåre Bremer (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Bremer' in the authors string.
John Ball (1818-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ball' in the authors string.
Balafama Helen Wilcox (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.H.Wilcox' in the authors string.