Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
rosea
ID:
86243

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gardner) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 31: 116 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000085572

Common Names

  • Austrocritonia Rosea
  • Rosea Daisy
  • Tasmanian Daisy

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Description

Austrocritonia rosea (also called the rose austrocritonia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has a single stem with a few branches and a rosette of leaves at the base. The leaves are lanceolate, with a serrated margin and a white-hairy surface. The flowers are white and have a star-shaped shape. It grows in open woodlands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Austrocritonia rosea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Austrocritonia rosea has small, pink flowers and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a rosette of finely divided, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Austrocritonia rosea can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade.

Where to Find Austrocritonia rosea

Austrocritonia rosea can be found in the southern parts of South America, including Argentina, Uruguay, and Brazil.

Austrocritonia rosea FAQ

What are the common names for Austrocritonia rosea?

Austrocritonia rosea is commonly known as Rose Austrocritonia.

What is the natural habitat of Austrocritonia rosea?

Austrocritonia rosea is typically found in the grasslands of South America.

What type of soil does Austrocritonia rosea prefer?

Austrocritonia rosea prefers well-drained, loamy soils.

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-41973: Based on the initial data import
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
George Gardner (1812-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gardner' in the authors string.