Microseris nutans - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nutans
ID:
64138
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hook.) Sch.Bip.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1866
Citation Micro:
Jahresber. Pollichia 22-24: 309 (1866)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000063467
Common Names
- Nodding Microseris
- Nodding Microseris Daisy
- Nodding Daisy
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Microseris nutans (also called Nodding Microseris, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to western North America. It grows up to 20 cm tall and has narrow, linear leaves. It grows in dry, open areas such as chaparral and grassland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Microseris nutans is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used to attract butterflies and bees to the garden.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Microseris nutans has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and dark brown. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Microseris nutans is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Australia. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or from seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and will germinate within a few weeks.
Where to Find Microseris nutans
Microseris nutans is native to Australia and can be found in dry, open areas.
Microseris nutans FAQ
What is the scientific name of Microseris nutans?
Microseris nutans
What is the common name of Microseris nutans?
Nodding Microseris
What is the natural habitat of Microseris nutans?
Grassy slopes and disturbed areas
Species in the Microseris genus
Microseris pygmaea, Microseris cuspidata, Microseris decipiens, Microseris lanceolata, Microseris troximoides, Microseris douglasii, Microseris howellii, Microseris scapigera, Microseris borealis, Microseris elegans, Microseris sylvatica, Microseris alpestris, Microseris nutans, Microseris paludosa, Microseris acuminata, Microseris bigelowii, Microseris campestris, Microseris lindleyi, Microseris heterocarpa, Microseris laciniata, Microseris pygmaea, Microseris bigelovii,
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-20434: 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.