Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macivorii
ID:
19894

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) Paul G.Wilson

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 8(3) 1992

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000019223

Common Names

  • Schoenia macivorii
  • Macivor's Schoenia
  • Mountain Schoenia

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Synonyms

  • Helichrysum macivorii F.Muell. [unknown]

Description

Schoenia macivorii (also called MacIvor's schoenia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Australia. It has a branching stem and small, white flowers with four petals. It typically grows in sunny, dry areas such as grasslands, meadows, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Schoenia macivorii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to attract butterflies and bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Schoenia macivorii is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round in shape. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves that are covered in fine hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schoenia macivorii is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Australia. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Division of the clumps is also possible.

Where to Find Schoenia macivorii

Schoenia macivorii can be found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Schoenia macivorii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schoenia macivorii?

Schoenia macivorii

What type of plant is Schoenia macivorii?

It is an annual herb

Where is Schoenia macivorii found?

It is found in Australia

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-118583: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Paul Graham Wilson (b.1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Paul G.Wilson' in the authors string.