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Lawn daisy (Bellis perennis)

Bellis perennis, commonly known as Daisy, is a low-growing perennial herb with small, white, yellow-centered flowers. It forms dense mats, often found in lawns and meadow

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Sunlight

Full sun to partial shade. Prefers at least 4-6 hours direct sun.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist, but avoid waterlogging.

Soil

Well-draining, moderately fertile soil. Tolerates a range of soil types including clay and sandy soils.

Temperature

Tolerates a wide range, ideal 10-25 °C.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Generally not required in fertile soil; light feeding if needed.

Care Requirements

Light

Full sun to partial shade. Prefers at least 4-6 hours direct sun.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist, but avoid waterlogging.

Soil

Well-draining, moderately fertile soil. Tolerates a range of soil types including clay and sandy soils.

Temperature

Tolerates a wide range, ideal 10-25 °C.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Generally not required in fertile soil; light feeding if needed.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental, Medicinal

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot, Groundcover

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

10-20 cm

Spread

10-30 cm

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Winter

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Spatulate

Flower Size

1.5-3 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

25000

Weed Status

Yes

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Synonyms
Aster bellis E.H.L.Krause
Bellis alpina Hegetschw.
Bellis armena Boiss.
Bellis croatica Gand.
Bellis hortensis Mill.
Bellis hybrida Ten.
Bellis pumila Arv.-Touv. & Dupuy
Bellis validula Gand.
Erigeron perennis Sessé & Moc.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderAsterales
  • familyAsteraceae
  • genusBellis
  • speciesBellis perennis
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

Yes

Generally considered non-toxic, though large quantities may cause mild gastrointestinal upset.

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