Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook.f.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1864
Citation Micro:
Handb. N. Zeal. Fl. 164 (1864) (1864)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000121795
Common Names
- Baccharoides Traversia
- Traversia
- Traveller's Joy
Description
Traversia baccharoides (also called Travers' Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 0.3 m tall. It is native to South America, and is found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands, savannas, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Traversia baccharoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Traversia baccharoides is a small, white, bell-shaped flower. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green stems and small, round leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Traversia baccharoides is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in areas with low rainfall. It is also tolerant of salt spray and can be grown in coastal areas.
Where to Find Traversia baccharoides
Traversia baccharoides is native to the tropical regions of South America. It can be found in areas of high humidity, such as the Amazon rainforest in Brazil and Colombia.
Traversia baccharoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Traversia baccharoides?
Traversia baccharoides
What is the common name of Traversia baccharoides?
Baccharoides Traversia
What is the natural habitat of Traversia baccharoides?
Grassy and rocky slopes
Species in the Traversia genus
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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,
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Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
Achillea cucullata,
Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,