Status:
valid
Authors:
J.Everett & Doust
Source:
gcc
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Telopea 5(1) 1992 [30 Sep 1992]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000077708
Common Names
- Thompson's Daisy
- Pycnosorus Thompsonianus
- Thompson's Pycnosorus
Description
Pycnosorus thompsonianus (also called Thompson's Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Australia, and is found in open woodlands and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Pycnosorus thompsonianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and to provide ground cover in areas with poor soil.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Pycnosorus thompsonianus are small, yellow and daisy-like. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like structure.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pycnosorus thompsonianus is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to Australia. It can be propagated by seed or by division of the rhizomes. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring and to divide the rhizomes in the fall. It is also important to keep the soil evenly moist and to fertilize regularly.
Where to Find Pycnosorus thompsonianus
Pycnosorus thompsonianus is native to Australia and is found in dry, open areas.
Pycnosorus thompsonianus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pycnosorus thompsonianus?
Pycnosorus thompsonianus
What is the common name of Pycnosorus thompsonianus?
Thompson's spear lily
What is the natural habitat of Pycnosorus thompsonianus?
Open woodlands and grasslands
Species in the Pycnosorus genus
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
Andrew N.L. Doust: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Doust' in the authors string.