Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
nullarborensis
ID:
63947

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.T.Burb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Brunonia 5(1): 55 (1982) (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000063276



Common Names

  • Nullarbor Daisy
  • Vittadinia nullarborensis
  • Nullarbor Daisybush


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Description

Vittadinia nullarborensis (also called Nullarbor daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Australia. It grows to a height of 10 centimeters and has oblong leaves with a white underside. It is found in dry, disturbed habitats at elevations of up to 1,000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Vittadinia nullarborensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vittadinia nullarborensis has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1.5-2.5 cm. The seeds are small, brown and oblong. The seedlings have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vittadinia nullarborensis is a perennial herb that grows in a wide range of soil types. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination, which usually takes around two weeks. Once established, it is relatively drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Vittadinia nullarborensis

Vittadinia nullarborensis is found in dry grasslands and steppes of the Mediterranean region, including France, Italy, Spain, and North Africa.

Vittadinia nullarborensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vittadinia nullarborensis?

Vittadinia nullarborensis

What is the family of Vittadinia nullarborensis?

Asteraceae

What is the habitat of Vittadinia nullarborensis?

Grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas

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-20249: Based on the initial data import
Nancy Tyson Burbidge (1912-1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.T.Burb.' in the authors string.