Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
luzmariae
ID:
87489

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rzed. & Calderón

Source:
gcc

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Bol. Inst. Bot. Univ. Guadalajara 5: 61, fig. (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000086818

Common Names

  • Luzmaria Chrysactinia
  • Luzmaria Daisy
  • Luzmaria Daisy Bush

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Description

Chrysactinia luzmariae (also called Luzmaria's Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South Africa. It has a slender stem and grows to a height of 0.3 to 0.6 meters. It is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Chrysactinia luzmariae is an attractive plant that can be used as a groundcover in gardens. It is also used to attract bees and other beneficial insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chrysactinia luzmariae is a yellow-orange daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small and have a single, narrow, lanceolate leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chrysactinia luzmariae is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Chrysactinia luzmariae

Chrysactinia luzmariae is native to the Caribbean region and can be found in the wild in Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Chrysactinia luzmariae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chrysactinia luzmariae?

Chrysactinia luzmariae

What type of plant is Chrysactinia luzmariae?

It is a shrub

Where is Chrysactinia luzmariae found?

It is found in Mexico

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-43199: Based on the initial data import
Jerzy Rzedowski (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rzed.' in the authors string.
Graciela Calderón (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Calderón' in the authors string.