Status:
valid
Authors:
Aytaç & Anderb.
Source:
gcc
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 137(2): 212 (2001) (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000121454
Common Names
- Guener's Chrysophthalmum
- Chrysophthalmum
- Guener's Cudweed
Description
Chrysophthalmum gueneri (also called 'Golden Daisy' and 'Golden Daisy Bush', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, yellow daisy-like flowers and feathery, grey-green foliage. It is native to South Africa and is found growing in dry, rocky areas and scrubland.
Uses & Benefits
Chrysophthalmum gueneri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a food source for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Chrysophthalmum gueneri is yellow and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small, black and oval. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chrysophthalmum gueneri is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly to keep the soil moist, but not soggy. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Chrysophthalmum gueneri
Chrysophthalmum gueneri can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Chrysophthalmum gueneri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chrysophthalmum gueneri?
Chrysophthalmum gueneri
What is the common name of Chrysophthalmum gueneri?
Gueneri Chrysophthalmum
What is the family of Chrysophthalmum gueneri?
Asteraceae
Species in the Chrysophthalmum 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,
References
Zeki Aytaç: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aytaç' in the authors string.