Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
reptans
ID:
3318

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hieron.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 21(4): 369. 1896 [11 Feb 1896]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000002647

Common Names

  • Trichocline reptans
  • Climbing Daisy
  • Climbing Daisy-bush

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Synonyms

  • Bichenia reptans Wedd. [unknown]
  • Gerbera incana reptans (Wedd.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Gerbera incana intermedia Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Trichocline reptans (also called Creeping Tansy, among many other common names) is an herbaceous annual that grows up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to South America, and is found in grassland and scrub habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Trichocline reptans is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to stabilize soil and prevent erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trichocline reptans is a small yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichocline reptans is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Trichocline reptans

Trichocline reptans is native to South America and can be found in dry, open areas such as grasslands and deserts.

Trichocline reptans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichocline reptans?

Trichocline reptans

What is the common name of Trichocline reptans?

Reptant Spiderwort

Where is Trichocline reptans found?

Trichocline reptans is found in South America, especially in Argentina, Uruguay, and Brazil.

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,