Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nitens
ID:
120978

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Boiss. & Noë) Grierson

Source:
gcc

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 33(3): 435 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000120307



Common Names

  • Tansy Daisy
  • Golden Tansy
  • Golden Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Chrysanthemum nitens (Boiss. & Noë) Bornm. [unknown]
  • Pyrethrum nitens Boiss. & Noë [unknown]

Description

Tanacetum nitens (also called shining tansy, among many other common names) is an upright, perennial herb native to Europe and Asia. It has finely-divided, grey-green leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in dry, grassy places, such as meadows and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Tanacetum nitens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat headaches, fever, and skin diseases. It is also used as a food source and forage for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tanacetum nitens is yellow and has a diameter of 1.5 cm. The seeds are small and dark brown in colour. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tanacetum nitens is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated through division or cuttings. Division is best done in the spring or early summer. Cuttings can be taken in the summer and rooted in a potting mix.

Where to Find Tanacetum nitens

Tanacetum nitens is native to Europe and can be found in dry, grassy habitats.

Tanacetum nitens FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Tanacetum nitens?

Tanacetum nitens prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

What is the lifespan of Tanacetum nitens?

Tanacetum nitens is an annual plant and will only live for one season.

What is the optimal temperature for Tanacetum nitens?

Tanacetum nitens prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).

Species in the Tanacetum genus

Tanacetum odessanum, Tanacetum stoliczkae, Tanacetum achilleifolium, Tanacetum funkii, Tanacetum cadmeum, Tanacetum corymbosum, Tanacetum annuum, Tanacetum alyssifolium, Tanacetum munzurdaghensis, Tanacetum atkinsonii, Tanacetum tatsienense, Tanacetum musilii, Tanacetum tabrisianum, Tanacetum leptophyllum, Tanacetum petrareum, Tanacetum balsamita, Tanacetum uniflorum, Tanacetum porphyrostephanum, Tanacetum stapfianum, Tanacetum kaschgarianum, Tanacetum mucroniferum, Tanacetum tomentellum, Tanacetum hissaricum, Tanacetum vahlii, Tanacetum germanicopolitanum, Tanacetum paczoskii, Tanacetum bachtiaricum, Tanacetum albipannosum, Tanacetum kotschyi, Tanacetum tirinense, Tanacetum armenum, Tanacetum oxystegium, Tanacetum ghoratense, Tanacetum aucherianum, Tanacetum peucedanifolium, Tanacetum argenteum, Tanacetum macrophyllum, Tanacetum mikeschinii, Tanacetum cinerariifolium, Tanacetum praeteritum, Tanacetum haradjanii, Tanacetum zahlbruckneri, Tanacetum richterioides, Tanacetum tenuisectum, Tanacetum millefolium, Tanacetum alatavicum, Tanacetum cappadocicum, Tanacetum paleaceum, Tanacetum baltistanicum, Tanacetum corymbiforme,

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-81576: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Andrew John Charles Grierson (1929-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Grierson' in the authors string.
Friedrich Wilhelm Noë (1798-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Noë' in the authors string.