Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
laciniata
ID:
128428

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.) Sch.Bip.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Jahresber. Pollichia 22-24: 309 (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000127757

Common Names

  • Lacy Flathead
  • Cutleaf Microseris
  • Cutleaf Daisy

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Synonyms

  • Scorzonella laciniata (Hook.) Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Calais laciniata (Hook.) A.Gray [unknown]
  • Scorzonella laciniata laciniata [unknown]
  • Scorzonella procera procera [unknown]
  • Microseris laciniata laciniata [unknown]
  • Calais glauca glauca [unknown]
  • Scorzonella laciniata (Hook.) Nutt. [unknown]
  • Scorzonella laciniata pratensis (Greene) Jeps. [unknown]
  • Hymenonema laciniata Hook. [unknown]
  • Hymenonema laciniatum Hook. [unknown]

Description

Microseris laciniata (also called Cutleaf Microseris, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 0.5 m in height. It is native to Australia, and is found in a variety of habitats, including disturbed areas, grasslands, and forests.

Uses & Benefits

Microseris laciniata is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used to attract pollinators to gardens.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Microseris laciniata sub. laciniata
Microseris laciniata sub. leptosepala (Nutt.) K.L.Chambers
Microseris laciniata sub. siskiyouensis K.L.Chambers
Microseris laciniata sub. detlingii K.L.Chambers

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Microseris laciniata is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Microseris laciniata is an annual herb that can be propagated by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. The plant should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Microseris laciniata

Microseris laciniata is native to the mountains of Mexico and Guatemala. It can be found in grasslands and meadows at elevations of 1500-2500 m.

Microseris laciniata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Microseris laciniata?

Microseris laciniata

What is the common name of Microseris laciniata?

Cutleaf microseris

What type of plant is Microseris laciniata?

Herbaceous annual

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-8875: Based on the initial data import
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.