Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
trifurcatum
ID:
94870

Status:
valid

Authors:
Alavi

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000094199

Common Names

  • Three-Forked Daisy
  • Three-Forked Leucanthemopsis
  • Leucanthemopsis Trifurcatum

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Description

Leucanthemopsis trifurcatum (also called 'Three-Forked Daisy', among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a rosette of basal leaves and a single stem with a yellow flower head. It is found in dry meadows, pastures, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Leucanthemopsis trifurcatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Leucanthemopsis trifurcatum is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and yellow petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves that are green with a white or silver underside.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leucanthemopsis trifurcatum is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division or by seed. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in the spring and keep the soil moist until germination occurs. Division is best done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Leucanthemopsis trifurcatum

Leucanthemopsis trifurcatum is native to Europe and can be found in the Alps and Carpathian Mountains.

Leucanthemopsis trifurcatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leucanthemopsis trifurcatum?

Leucanthemopsis trifurcatum

What is the family of Leucanthemopsis trifurcatum?

Asteraceae

What is the distribution of Leucanthemopsis trifurcatum?

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-50403: Based on the initial data import
S.A. Alavi (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Alavi' in the authors string.