Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1767
Citation Micro:
Syst. Nat. ed. 12 2: 569 (1767)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000024569
Common Names
- Showy Oxeye
- Showy Marguerite
- Showy False Chamomile
Synonyms
- Xerolekia speciosissima (L.) Anderb. [unknown]
- Telekia speciosissima (L.) Less. [unknown]
Description
Buphthalmum speciosissimum (also called showy oxeye, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the aster family. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, where it grows in desert and chaparral habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Buphthalmum speciosissimum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a dried flower in floral arrangements. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Buphthalmum speciosissimum are large and yellow, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, with a thin, papery seed coat. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with small, yellow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Buphthalmum speciosissimum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought but will not tolerate wet soil. In the spring, the plant should be cut back to encourage new growth. Deadheading will also help to promote more blooms.
Where to Find Buphthalmum speciosissimum
Buphthalmum speciosissimum can be found in the Mediterranean region, in areas of Spain, Portugal, and Italy.
Buphthalmum speciosissimum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Buphthalmum speciosissimum?
Buphthalmum speciosissimum
What is the common name of Buphthalmum speciosissimum?
Showy Oxeye
What is the habitat of Buphthalmum speciosissimum?
Grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas
Species in the Buphthalmum genus
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,