Status:
valid
Authors:
Ramat.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1792
Citation Micro:
J. Hist. Nat. 2: 240. 1792
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000031162
Common Names
- Morifolium Chrysanthemum
- Morpho Chrysanthemum
- Chrysanthemum Morifolium
Synonyms
- Chrysanthemum morifolium morifolium [unknown]
- Pyrethrum sinense sinense [unknown]
- Chrysanthemum sinense sinense [unknown]
- Chrysanthemum maximoviczianum maximoviczianum [unknown]
Description
Chrysanthemum morifolium (also called Florist's Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, white flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It is found in grasslands and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Chrysanthemum morifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Chrysanthemum morifolium is a white, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black achene. The seedlings are small and have a basal rosette of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chrysanthemum morifolium is a perennial herb native to Asia. It is propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Chrysanthemum morifolium
Chrysanthemum morifolium is native to East Asia and can be found in gardens, meadows, and along roadsides.
Chrysanthemum morifolium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chrysanthemum morifolium?
Chrysanthemum morifolium
What type of plant is Chrysanthemum morifolium?
Perennial herb
Where does Chrysanthemum morifolium grow?
Asia
Species in the Chrysanthemum genus
Chrysanthemum daucifolium,
Chrysanthemum parvifolium,
Chrysanthemum rhombifolium,
Chrysanthemum integrifolium,
Chrysanthemum sinuatum,
Chrysanthemum dichrum,
Chrysanthemum potentilloides,
Chrysanthemum rubellum,
Chrysanthemum chanetii,
Chrysanthemum ogawae,
Chrysanthemum morifolium,
Chrysanthemum achillaea,
Chrysanthemum zawadzkii,
Chrysanthemum glabriusculum,
Chrysanthemum lavandulifolium,
Chrysanthemum ornatum,
Chrysanthemum arcticum,
Chrysanthemum arisanense,
Chrysanthemum indicum,
Chrysanthemum grandiflorum,
Chrysanthemum vestitum,
Chrysanthemum yoshinaganthum,
Chrysanthemum morii,
Chrysanthemum crassum,
Chrysanthemum okiense,
Chrysanthemum naktongense,
Chrysanthemum horaimontanum,
Chrysanthemum shimotomaii,
Chrysanthemum chalchingolicum,
Chrysanthemum japonicum,
Chrysanthemum leucanthum,
Chrysanthemum konoanum,
Chrysanthemum cuneifolium,
Chrysanthemum oreastrum,
Chrysanthemum yoshinyanthemum,
Chrysanthemum vestitum,
Chrysanthemum aphrodite,
Chrysanthemum marginatum,
Chrysanthemum miyatojimense,
Chrysanthemum argyrophyllum,
Chrysanthemum yoshinaganthum,
Chrysanthemum maximowiczii,
Chrysanthemum morifolium,
Chrysanthemum foliaceum,
Chrysanthemum longibracteatum,
Chrysanthemum zhuozishanense,
Chrysanthemum hypargyreum,
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,