Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
cusickii
ID:
10225

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1886

Citation Micro:
Syn. Fl. N. Amer. 1(2, Suppl.): 452 (1886)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000009554

Common Names

  • Cusick's Chaenactis
  • Cusick's Daisy
  • Cusick's Fleabane

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Description

Chaenactis cusickii (also called Chaenactis, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Canary Islands and Madeira. It has small, yellow flowers and can reach up to 30 cm in height. It is found in dry, rocky habitats and prefers full sun.

Uses & Benefits

Chaenactis cusickii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chaenactis cusickii is a small, white, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chaenactis cusickii is a small, evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings taken in spring or summer. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame and the seedlings transplanted when large enough to handle.

Where to Find Chaenactis cusickii

Chaenactis cusickii can be found in dry, open areas in the western United States.

Chaenactis cusickii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chaenactis cusickii?

Chaenactis cusickii

What is the common name of Chaenactis cusickii?

Cusick's Chaenactis

What type of plant is Chaenactis cusickii?

Perennial herb

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-109254: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.