Status:
valid
Authors:
(A.Gray) Greene ex Britton & A.Br.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1898
Citation Micro:
Ill. Fl. N. U.S. 3: 453 (1898)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000105308
Common Names
- Golden Thymophylla
- Thymophylla Aurea
- Golden Daisy
Description
Thymophylla aurea (also called Thymophylla, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It grows in grasslands and open forests, and has obovate leaves and yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Thymophylla aurea is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It is known for its bright yellow flowers and its ability to attract pollinators. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Thymophylla aurea var. polychaeta (A.Gray) Strother
Thymophylla aurea var. aurea
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Thymophylla aurea is yellow, with a tubular shape and five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Thymophylla aurea is an annual herb native to South America. It can be propagated from seed. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every two to three months.
Where to Find Thymophylla aurea
Thymophylla aurea can be found in the dry regions of Mexico and Central America.
Thymophylla aurea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thymophylla aurea?
Thymophylla aurea
What are the common names of Thymophylla aurea?
Common names of Thymophylla aurea include golden daisy and golden aster
Where does Thymophylla aurea grow?
Thymophylla aurea grows in temperate regions of Europe, Asia, and North America
Species in the Thymophylla genus
Thymophylla gentryi,
Thymophylla mutica,
Thymophylla tenuifolia,
Thymophylla gypsophila,
Thymophylla acerosa,
Thymophylla tenuiloba,
Thymophylla micropoides,
Thymophylla concinna,
Thymophylla tephroleuca,
Thymophylla aurea,
Thymophylla aurantiaca,
Thymophylla setifolia,
Thymophylla pentachaeta,
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,