Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
anthemoides
ID:
89316

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mariz

Source:
gcc

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Brot. 9: 220 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000088645

Common Names

  • Daveaua anthemoides
  • Dwarf Daisybush
  • Dwarf Everlasting

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Synonyms

  • Marizia anthemoides Gand. [unknown]
  • Chrysanthemum anthemoides (Mariz) Samp. [unknown]
  • Matricaria anthemoides (Mariz) Cout. [unknown]

Description

Daveaua anthemoides (also called False Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Mexico and Central America. It grows to a height of 10-30 cm and has yellow flowers. It grows in dry, open areas and is often found in grasslands, scrublands, and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Daveaua anthemoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It can also be used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, inflammation, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Daveaua anthemoides is a small, white, daisy-like flower with many petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Daveaua anthemoides is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and the divisions should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Daveaua anthemoides

Daveaua anthemoides is native to South Africa and can be found in the grasslands of the Eastern Cape.

Daveaua anthemoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Daveaua anthemoides?

Daveaua anthemoides

What is the common name of Daveaua anthemoides?

Anthemoides Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Daveaua anthemoides?

Grassy meadows and woodlands

Species in the Daveaua 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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-44976: Based on the initial data import
Joaquim de Mariz (1847-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mariz' in the authors string.