Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
australasicus
ID:
129460

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.T.Burb.

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000128789

Common Names

  • Australian Daisy
  • Vittadinia
  • Vittadinia Australasicus

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Description

Vittadinia australasicus (also called Australian Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Australia. It is a low-growing plant with bright yellow flowers and deeply-lobed leaves. It grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soil.

Uses & Benefits

Vittadinia australasicus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating respiratory and digestive ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vittadinia australasicus has small, yellow, daisy-like flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green with a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vittadinia australasicus is a perennial plant that is best propagated by seed. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers a well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Vittadinia australasicus

Vittadinia australasicus is native to Australia. It can be found in open woodlands, meadows, and roadsides.

Vittadinia australasicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vittadinia australasicus?

Vittadinia australasicus

What is the common name of Vittadinia australasicus?

Southern Daisy

What type of plant is Vittadinia australasicus?

Asteraceae

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-89753: Based on the initial data import
Nancy Tyson Burbidge (1912-1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.T.Burb.' in the authors string.