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Description
Celmisia Armstrongii is a perennial herb that belongs to the Asteraceae family. It is native to New Zealand and can be found in the alpine regions of the South Island. The plant has a compact growth habit and produces yellow flowers that bloom from mid-summer to early autumn.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukarya |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Celmisia |
Appearance
Celmisia Armstrongii is a small, evergreen plant that grows up to 20 centimeters tall. It has a compact growth habit and produces rosettes of stiff, leathery leaves that are up to 10 centimeters long. The leaves are gray-green in color and have a woolly texture on the underside. The plant produces yellow flowers that are up to 5 centimeters in diameter and bloom from mid-summer to early autumn.
Care Guide
Celmisia Armstrongii requires well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter. It prefers full sun to partial shade and is hardy in USDA zones 7 to 10. The plant should be watered regularly but not overwatered, as it is susceptible to root rot. Fertilization should be done once a month during the growing season using a balanced fertilizer.
Common Pests & Diseases
Celmisia Armstrongii is susceptible to root rot and leaf spot diseases. It may also be attacked by aphids and spider mites. To prevent these problems, the plant should be grown in well-draining soil and kept clean of debris. Pesticides may be used as a last resort.
Habitat
Celmisia Armstrongii is native to New Zealand and can be found in the alpine regions of the South Island. It grows in rocky, well-draining soil and is adapted to cold temperatures and high altitudes.
Question and Answer
Q: What is the best soil for growing Celmisia Armstrongii?
A: Celmisia Armstrongii prefers well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter.
Q: What is the blooming season for Celmisia Armstrongii?
A: Celmisia Armstrongii produces yellow flowers that bloom from mid-summer to early autumn.
Q: What pests are common on Celmisia Armstrongii?
A: Celmisia Armstrongii may be attacked by aphids and spider mites.
Q: What are the hardiness zones for Celmisia Armstrongii?
A: Celmisia Armstrongii is hardy in USDA zones 7 to 10.
Related Plants
- Celmisia Haastii
- Celmisia Monroi
- Celmisia Semiamplexicaulis
References
- “Celmisia Armstrongii.” New Zealand Plant Conservation Network. http://www.nzpcn.org.nz/flora_details.aspx?ID=786.
- “Celmisia Armstrongii.” Royal Horticultural Society. https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/16543/celmisia-armstrongii/details.
- “Celmisia Armstrongii.” The Spruce. https://www.thespruce.com/celmisia-armstrongii-plant-profile-4767322.
