Status:
valid
Authors:
Skottsb.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1921
Citation Micro:
Nat. Hist. Juan Fernandez 2: 195, pl. 17 (1921)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000039915
Common Names
- Masafuerae Robinsonia
- Masafuerae Daisy
- Masafuerae Fleabane
Description
Robinsonia masafuerae (also called Robinson's Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is native to the Juan Fernandez Islands and is found in coastal scrub and rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Robinsonia masafuerae is used in gardens and parks as an ornamental plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and diuretic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Robinsonia masafuerae is yellow and has a single row of petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves with a shallow taproot.
Cultivation and Propagation
Robinsonia masafuerae is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soils. It can be propagated by division in spring or by seed in autumn.
Where to Find Robinsonia masafuerae
Robinsonia masafuerae can be found in the Juan Fernández Islands.
Robinsonia masafuerae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Robinsonia masafuerae?
Robinsonia masafuerae
What is the natural habitat of Robinsonia masafuerae?
It is found in dry, rocky slopes and disturbed areas.
What is the flowering period of Robinsonia masafuerae?
It flowers from April to June.
Species in the Robinsonia 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,