Marguerite daisy
Argyranthemum frutescens · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (6 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Marguerite daisy, scientifically known as Argyranthemum frutescens, is a versatile perennial shrub prized for its vibrant, sun-loving blooms. Beyond its ornamental beauty, this plant holds significant ethnobotanical value. In various traditional practices, its extracts are utilized for their soothing properties, offering potential therapeutic benefits in holistic medicinal applications.
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Paris Daisy · Boston Daisy · 4 more
- Scientific synonyms
- Chrysanthemum Frutescens · Pyrethrum Frutescens
Names
Common Names
- Paris Daisy
- Boston daisy
- Paris marguerite
- white marguerite
- Federation daisy
- Marguerite daisy
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Magarza común grácil
- Magarza comun grácil
- Magarza grancanaria de costa
- Magarza chica
- Magarza comun gracil
- Magarza de flor chica
- Magarza comun
- Pyrethrum frutescens
- Magarza carnosa
- Magarza común gracil
- Magarza gomera de costa
- Margarita de las Islas Canarias
- Margarida Canario
German:
- Strauchmargerite
- Chrysanthemum frutescens
- Buschige Margerite
- Strauchmargerite
- Strauchige Kanarenmargerite
- Gewöhnliche Strauchmargerite
French:
- Anthemis frutescens
- Chrysanthemum frutescens
- anthémis
- marguerite
- Chrysanthème frutescent
- Marguerite de Paris
- Marguerite des Canaries
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Argyranthemum frutescensSynonyms
- Chrysanthemum frutescens
- Pyrethrum frutescens
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is ordered under Asterales and placed in the family Asteraceae. Finally, it is specifically categorized under the genus Argyranthemum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Argyranthemum | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across several regions of the European continent. In Middle Europe, its presence can be documented within the borders of Germany. Moving toward the Mediterranean, it is found throughout Southwestern Europe, specifically on the islands of Corse and Sardegna, as well as on the mainland of Spain. Furthermore, the species extends into Southeastern Europe, where it inhabits various areas of Italy. Together, these locations define the diverse geographical range of Argyranthemum frutescens.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Corse | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Sardegna | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Tunisia | WCVP |
| Macaronesia | Azores | WCVP |
| Macaronesia | Canary Is. | WCVP |
| Macaronesia | Madeira | WCVP |
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Ethiopia | WCVP |
Chemicals
Argyranthemum frutescens has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Flavonoids, Coumarins, Frutescinol isovalerate, Saponins, Tannins.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Flavonoids | 2 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Coumarins | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Frutescinol isovalerate | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Saponins | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Tannins | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Flavonoids
- Natural product research
- Scientific reports
Coumarins
- Natural product research
Frutescinol isovalerate
- Phytochemistry
Saponins
- Scientific reports
Tannins
- Scientific reports
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| methanol extract | Natural product research (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |