Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
discoidea
ID:
129606

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ledeb.) Poljakov ex Tzvelev

Source:
gcc

Year:
1961

Citation Micro:
Fl. URSS xxvi. 313 (1961)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000128935

Common Names

  • Cancrinia discoidea
  • Discoid Cancrinia
  • Discoid Ironweed

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Synonyms

  • Pyrethrum discoideum Ledeb. [unknown]
  • Microcephala discoidea (Ledeb.) K.Bremer, H.Eklund, Medhanie, Heiðm., N.Laurent, Maad, Niklasson & A.Nordin [unknown]
  • Chrysanthemum discoideum B.Fedtsch. [unknown]
  • Microcephala discoidea (Ledeb.) K.Bremer & al. [unknown]
  • Chrysanthemum ledebourianum Y.Ling [unknown]
  • Matricaria ledebourii (Sch.Bip.) Schischk. [unknown]
  • Tanacetum ledebourii Sch.Bip. [unknown]

Description

Cancrinia discoidea (also called Disc Cancrinia, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial plant in the Asteraceae family. It has yellow flower heads that are arranged in a flat-topped inflorescence. It is native to South Africa. It is usually found in rocky, mountainous areas.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cancrinia discoidea has white daisy-like flowers with yellow centers and white petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a basal rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cancrinia discoidea is an easy-to-grow perennial that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or by seed in the fall. Seeds should be sown in a sunny location and kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Cancrinia discoidea

Cancrinia discoidea is native to the Caribbean islands of Cuba, Jamaica, and Hispaniola. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is often found in limestone soils.

Cancrinia discoidea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cancrinia discoidea?

Cancrinia discoidea

Where is Cancrinia discoidea found?

It is found in the western United States.

What is the growth habit of Cancrinia discoidea?

It is an herbaceous perennial with a basal rosette of leaves and a flowering stem.

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-89891: Based on the initial data import
Nikolai Tzvelev (1925-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tzvelev' in the authors string.
Carl Friedrich von Ledebour (1786-1851): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ledeb.' in the authors string.
Piotr Poliakov (1902-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poljakov' in the authors string.