Species: Daisy (Bellis perennis)
Family: Asters (ASTERACEAE or COMPOSITAE)
Category: Flowering Plants
Location: NW
A. Flowering Plants
More extensive information on flowering plants can be found in a separate blog post.
B. Asters (ASTERACEAE or COMPOSITAE)
This is one of the largest worldwide flowering plant families and is well represented in the UK. The name Compositae refers to the clustering of the flowers (called florets) into compact heads, so that an entire cluster represents a single 'flower'. They also have one-seeded fruits called achenes.
C. Daisy (Bellis perennis)
Our native daisy is ubiquitous and instantly recognisable. The flowerheads have disc florets yellow and white rays, often tipped red, and appear at any time of the year. Summer is here when you can put your foot over seven daisies. It is also called Bruisewort because daisy ointment assists the healing of wounds. An infusion of daisy flowers is a good skin cleanser and treatment for skin blemishes, and is also used for inflammation of the liver and for gout. Daisy leaf tea has a similar effect, and is also useful as an eyebath for sore eyes. Chop the crunchy leaves and use in salads, and the flowers make a nice edible garnish.
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Daisy
The flowerheads of our native Daisy have disc florets yellow and white rays, often tipped red, and appear at any time of the year.
Daisy
Our native daisy is ubiquitous and instantly recognisable.
