Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
buchii
ID:
83220

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Urb.) B.Nord.

Source:
gcc

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Compositae Newslett. 44: 69 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000082549

Common Names

  • Buch's Elekmania
  • Buch's Daisy
  • Buch's Fleabane

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Synonyms

  • Pluchea domingensis Klatt [unknown]
  • Senecio buchii Urb. [unknown]

Description

Elekmania buchii (also called Buch's Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual plant with yellow flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It is native to Europe and grows in meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Elekmania buchii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It can also be used as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Elekmania buchii has yellow, daisy-like flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Elekmania buchii is a perennial herb native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or by division. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks. Prune regularly to keep the plant looking tidy and to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Elekmania buchii

Elekmania buchii is native to South America and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and pastures.

Elekmania buchii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Elekmania buchii?

Elekmania buchii

What is the common name of Elekmania buchii?

Buch's Elekmania

What type of plant is Elekmania buchii?

A 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-39055: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Bertil Nordenstam (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Nord.' in the authors string.