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Description
Celmisia Glandulosa Var. Latifolia is a beautiful herbaceous plant native to New Zealand. It is a member of the Asteraceae family and is commonly known as the chalk alpine daisy. The plant has a basal rosette of leaves that are green on top and silvery-white underneath. It produces large, showy, white flowers that bloom in late spring and early summer. The flowers are about 2 inches in diameter and have a yellow center. The plant is a hardy perennial that can grow up to 12 inches tall.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Celmisia |
Appearance
Celmisia Glandulosa Var. Latifolia is a beautiful plant that has a basal rosette of leaves that are green on top and silvery-white underneath. The leaves are hairy and have a wavy margin. The plant produces large, showy, white flowers that bloom in late spring and early summer. The flowers are about 2 inches in diameter and have a yellow center. The plant grows up to 12 inches tall and has a spread of up to 24 inches.
Care Guide
Celmisia Glandulosa Var. Latifolia is a hardy plant that is easy to care for. Here are some tips on how to care for this plant:- Water: The plant prefers to be kept moist but not wet. Water the plant when the top inch of soil is dry.- Fertilization: Fertilize the plant once a month during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.- Soil: The plant prefers well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter.- Sunlight: The plant prefers full sun to partial shade.- Hardiness Zones: The plant is hardy in USDA zones 5 to 9.
Common Pests & Diseases
Celmisia Glandulosa Var. Latifolia is a relatively pest and disease-free plant. However, it can be affected by powdery mildew, root rot, and leaf spot. To prevent these diseases, make sure the plant is grown in well-draining soil and is not overwatered.
Habitat
Celmisia Glandulosa Var. Latifolia is native to New Zealand and is found in alpine and subalpine areas. The plant prefers well-draining soil and full sun to partial shade.
Question and Answer
Q: Is Celmisia Glandulosa Var. Latifolia a perennial or an annual plant?
A: Celmisia Glandulosa Var. Latifolia is a hardy perennial plant.
Q: How tall does Celmisia Glandulosa Var. Latifolia grow?
A: Celmisia Glandulosa Var. Latifolia can grow up to 12 inches tall.
Q: When does Celmisia Glandulosa Var. Latifolia bloom?
A: Celmisia Glandulosa Var. Latifolia blooms in late spring and early summer.
Q: What is the hardiness zone for Celmisia Glandulosa Var. Latifolia?
A: Celmisia Glandulosa Var. Latifolia is hardy in USDA zones 5 to 9.
Related Plants
Here are some related plants to Celmisia Glandulosa Var. Latifolia:- Celmisia Hookeri- Celmisia Lyallii- Celmisia Monroi- Celmisia Saxifraga
References
– New Zealand Plant Conservation Network. (n.d.). Celmisia glandulosa var. latifolia. Retrieved from http://nzpcn.org.nz/flora_details.aspx?ID=954- Royal Horticultural Society. (n.d.). Celmisia glandulosa var. latifolia. Retrieved from https://www.rhs.org.uk/Plants/260251/Celmisia-glandulosa-var-latifolia/Details
