Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pedunculata
ID:
27301

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1847

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 20: 211 (1847)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000026630

Common Names

  • Scalesia pedunculata
  • Galapagos Daisy Tree
  • Galapagos Scalesia

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Description

Scalesia pedunculata (also called Galapagos daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Galapagos Islands. It has large, white flower heads and leathery, evergreen leaves. It is found in open woodlands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Scalesia pedunculata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Scalesia pedunculata has small, yellow flowers with a black center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scalesia pedunculata is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate light frost. Deadheading spent flowers will help to promote more blooms.

Where to Find Scalesia pedunculata

Scalesia pedunculata is native to the Galapagos Islands and can be found in the wild on the islands of Santa Cruz and San Cristobal.

Scalesia pedunculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scalesia pedunculata?

Scalesia pedunculata

What is the common name of Scalesia pedunculata?

Galapagos Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Scalesia pedunculata?

It is native to the Galapagos Islands and is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

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,

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