Status:
valid
Authors:
(D.C.Eaton) Rydb.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1916
Citation Micro:
N. Amer. Fl. 34(3): 242. 1916 [29 Dec 1916]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000091176
Common Names
- Sphaeromeria Diversifolia
- Diversifolia Sphaeromeria
- Diversifolia
Description
Sphaeromeria diversifolia (also called yellow-rayed daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to western North America. It has yellow flowers and grows in open woodlands and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Sphaeromeria diversifolia is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Sphaeromeria diversifolia is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, oval-shaped seedlings.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sphaeromeria diversifolia is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.
Where to Find Sphaeromeria diversifolia
Sphaeromeria diversifolia is native to North America, and can be found in dry grasslands, pastures, and other grassy areas.
Sphaeromeria diversifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sphaeromeria diversifolia?
Sphaeromeria diversifolia
What is the common name of Sphaeromeria diversifolia?
Diverse-leaved Sphaeromeria
What type of plant is Sphaeromeria diversifolia?
It is an annual herbaceous plant.
Species in the Sphaeromeria 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,