Asteraceae
Plant Family
Asteraceae – Daisy
Asteraceae (Compositae) is a large family of flowering plants with 1911 genera that contains many familiar names. The name ‘aster’ comes from the Greek meaning a star-like form and many flowers have that starburst form. These are known as the ‘daisy family’. The more popular genera include Aster, Chrysanthemum, Dahlia, Helianthus (Sunflower).
Spear Thistle – Cirsium vulgare
Spear Thistle – (Cirsium vulgare, family: Asteraceae), also known as Common Thistle. This tall flowering biennial plant has a very distinct shape and is commonly…
Hemp-agrimony – Holy Rope – Eupatorium cannabinum
Hemp-agrimony – (Eupatorium cannabinum, family: Asteraceae), also known as holy rope. This tall hemp-like flowering perennial plant certainly makes an attractive sight but is also…
Persian Cornflower – Vibrant Colour & Stunning Form
The Persian Cornflower in its cultivated form has a striking colour and a beautiful shape. Vivid pink and opens very similar to a thistle shape….
Calendula – Pot Marigold a Tenacious Sunny Bloom
Coming across a brightly coloured flower, standing out in a harsh stoney environment does bring a smile. This Calendula or Pot marigold, is a member…
Leucanthemum vulgar – Oxeye daisy everywhere
Oxeye daisy is now everywhere. It grows in abundance on the roadside verges, river banks, parks and any grassy areas that suit. They prefer a…
Cosmos – Garden Stars That Shine
The Daisy family, Asteraceae, is the second biggest and provides some of the best loved flowing plants we have. Cosmos are well ordered flowers with…
Gazania or African Daisy – Vibrant Hot Colours
Gazania or African Daisies are bold, bright flowers with hot colours that are suited to sunny, dry climates. Although being in the same family, they…
Achillea or Yarrow – Colourful Flowering Border Plants
Achillea or Yarrow is a species of the family Asteraceae, commonly known as the daisy family. It has many small flowers in a cluster at…