Status:
valid
Authors:
C.A.Mey.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1831
Citation Micro:
Verz. Pfl. Casp. Meer. (C.A. von Meyer). 122 (1831). [Nov-Dec 1831]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000599688
Common Names
- Chamaesciadium acaule
- Acaule Daisy
- Garden Daisy
Synonyms
- Trachydium acaule (M.Bieb.) M.Hiroe [unknown]
- Ammi acaule Spreng. [unknown]
- Bunium acaule M.Bieb. [unknown]
- Carum acaule Koso-Pol. [unknown]
- Chamaesciadium flavescens C.A.Mey. [unknown]
- Chamaesciadium acaule acaule [unknown]
Description
Chamaesciadium acaule (also called Stemless Mouse-ear, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the carrot family Apiaceae. It is native to Europe and is found in dry grassland and scrub habitats. It is a low-growing herbaceous plant with small white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Chamaesciadium acaule is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in rock gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Chamaesciadium acaule is yellow and has four petals. The seed is small and round with a black color. The seedlings are small and have a yellowish-green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chamaesciadium acaule is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 3 feet. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the fall and cuttings should be taken in the spring.
Where to Find Chamaesciadium acaule
Chamaesciadium acaule is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas.
Chamaesciadium acaule FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chamaesciadium acaule?
Chamaesciadium acaule
What type of plant is Chamaesciadium acaule?
Perennial herb
Where does Chamaesciadium acaule grow?
It grows in moist, acidic soils in North America
Species in the Chamaesciadium genus
Species in the Apiaceae family
Aciphylla anomala,
Aciphylla aurea,
Aciphylla cartilaginea,
Aciphylla colensoi,
Aciphylla congesta,
Aciphylla crenulata,
Aciphylla crosby-smithii,
Aciphylla cuthbertiana,
Aciphylla dieffenbachii,
Aciphylla dissecta,
Aciphylla divisa,
Aciphylla dobsonii,
Aciphylla ferox,
Aciphylla flexuosa,
Aciphylla glacialis,
Aciphylla glaucescens,
Aciphylla gracilis,
Aciphylla hectori,
Aciphylla hookeri,
Aciphylla horrida,
Aciphylla indurata,
Aciphylla inermis,
Aciphylla kirkii,
Aciphylla latibracteata,
Aciphylla lecomtei,
Aciphylla leighii,
Aciphylla lyallii,
Aciphylla monroi,
Aciphylla montana,
Aciphylla multisecta,
Aciphylla pinnatifida,
Aciphylla polita,
Aciphylla poppelwellii,
Aciphylla scott-thomsonii,
Aciphylla similis,
Aciphylla simplex,
Aciphylla simplicifolia,
Aciphylla spedeni,
Aciphylla squarrosa,
Aciphylla stannensis,
Aciphylla subflabellata,
Aciphylla takahea,
Aciphylla traillii,
Aciphylla traversii,
Aciphylla trifoliolata,
Aciphylla verticillata,
Acronema alpinum,
Acronema astrantiifolium,
Acronema brevipedicellatum,
Acronema bryophilum,