Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
platylepis
ID:
133418

Status:
valid

Authors:
Borbás

Source:
gcc

Year:
1878

Citation Micro:
cf. Oesterr. Bot. Z. 28: 259. 1878

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000132747

Common Names

  • Platylepis Daisy
  • Platylepis Shasta Daisy
  • Platylepis Leucanthemum

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Description

Leucanthemum platylepis (also called Broad-leaved Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It has a thick, woody stem and grows up to 0.5 meters in height. It has large, white flowers and is found in dry, rocky areas and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Leucanthemum platylepis is used in ornamental gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leucanthemum platylepis has white flowers with yellow centers, small black seeds, and seedlings that have narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leucanthemum platylepis is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be propagated by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Leucanthemum platylepis

Leucanthemum platylepis can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, including in the countries of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Leucanthemum platylepis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leucanthemum platylepis?

Leucanthemum platylepis

What is the common name of Leucanthemum platylepis?

Broad-leaved Leucanthemum

What is the family of Leucanthemum platylepis?

Asteraceae

Species in the Leucanthemum genus

Leucanthemum meridionale, Leucanthemum glaucophyllum, Leucanthemum monspeliense, Leucanthemum burnatii, Leucanthemum gaudinii, Leucanthemum subglaucum, Leucanthemum visianii, Leucanthemum rohlenae, Leucanthemum gracilicaule, Leucanthemum atratum, Leucanthemum eliasii, Leucanthemum valentinum, Leucanthemum montserratianum, Leucanthemum delarbrei, Leucanthemum adustum, Leucanthemum pluriflorum, Leucanthemum halleri, Leucanthemum tridactylites, Leucanthemum vulgare, Leucanthemum virgatum, Leucanthemum halleri, Leucanthemum laciniatum, Leucanthemum tridactylites, Leucanthemum corunnense, Leucanthemum coronopifolium, Leucanthemum chloroticum, Leucanthemum gallaecicum, Leucanthemum pawlowskii, Leucanthemum aligulatum, Leucanthemum glaucophyllum, Leucanthemum maximum, Leucanthemum silvaticum, Leucanthemum ircutianum, Leucanthemum lacustre, Leucanthemum sylvaticum, Leucanthemum maestracense, Leucanthemum cuneifolium, Leucanthemum illyricum, Leucanthemum favargeri, Leucanthemum catalaunicum, Leucanthemum pallens, Leucanthemum heterophyllum, Leucanthemum corsicum, Leucanthemum graminifolium, Leucanthemum platylepis, Leucanthemum lithopolitanicum, Leucanthemum rotundifolium, Leucanthemum pachyphyllum, Leucanthemum esterellense, Leucanthemum ligusticum,

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-93582: Based on the initial data import
Vinczé von Borbás (1844-1905): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Borbás' in the authors string.