seaside daisy
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seaside daisy
Erigeron glaucus
The seaside daisy is a cheerful flower that grows near the ocean. It has bright yellow centers and soft petals that can be white or purple. These flowers love sunny spots and can be found dancing in the breeze by the beach.
Habitat: Coastal areas
Appearance
The seaside daisy has vibrant, purplish-pink to lavender ray petals surrounding a bright yellow center, forming a classic daisy shape. Its leathery, spoon-shaped leaves grow low to the ground, creating a dense mat of evergreen foliage.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderAsteralesFamilyAsteraceaeGenusErigeron
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Even though it loves the sun, it can grow right in the misty spray from ocean waves!
Its bright flowers are like a landing strip for thirsty bees and butterflies!
Seaside daisy blooms can change color slightly, sometimes appearing more purple or pink!
This tough plant can live for many years, bringing beauty to the same spot!
Special abilities
Ability
Salt Shield
Seaside daisy can tolerate salty air and soil, thanks to its special adaptations that help it thrive close to the ocean.
Ability
Drought Buster
Seaside daisy has thick, fleshy leaves that store water, helping it survive dry spells common in its coastal home.
Ability
Rock Hugger
Seaside daisy has a strong, deep root system that helps it anchor itself firmly in sandy or rocky coastal soils, preventing erosion.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 15-30 cm
- Spread
- 30-60 cm
- Flower Size
- 2-4 cm
- Bloom Season
- Spring to Fall
- Edible
- No
- Toxicity
- None
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
Honey bee
Apis mellifera
Gathers nectar and pollen
pollinates
Yellow-faced bumblebee
Bombus vosnesenskii
An important native pollinator
pollinates
Painted Lady butterfly
Vanessa cardui
Sips nectar from its flowers
eaten by
California banana slug
Ariolimax californicus
Occasionally browses its leaves
Traits
Flowering
Flowering plants are any plants that produce flowers as part of their reproductive cycle.
Summer Blooming
Summer blooming plants produce their flowers during the summer season, often providing vibrant color when many other plants have finished.
Everblooming
Everblooming plants produce flowers continuously or in repeated flushes over a long period.
Salt Tolerant
Salt tolerant plants can withstand and grow in conditions with elevated salinity levels in the soil or water.
Drought Tolerant
Drought-tolerant plants can survive and flourish in conditions with limited water availability.
Pollinator Magnet
Describes plants that are particularly attractive and beneficial to a wide range of pollinating organisms.
Coastal
Coastal habitats are dynamic environments located along the interface between land and sea, influenced by tides, waves, and saltwater.
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Enjoy looking at flowers, but don't pick them so everyone can enjoy their beauty!
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is seaside daisy?
15-30 cm
How wide does seaside daisy spread?
30-60 cm
How big are the flowers on seaside daisy?
2-4 cm
When does seaside daisy bloom?
Spring to Fall
Is seaside daisy edible?
No
Is seaside daisy toxic?
None
What is seaside daisy's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is seaside daisy pollinated?
Insect
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