Four-Nerve Daisy
(Tetraneuris scaposa)
Four-Nerve Daisy (Tetraneuris scaposa)
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Cecelia Alexander
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Summary
Tetraneuris scaposa, commonly known as Four-Nerve Daisy, is an evergreen perennial herb or subshrub native to open grasslands, rocky outcrops, and prairies in the Central United States and Northern Mexico. It typically grows up to 40 cm (16 inches) tall and is characterized by its branching underground caudex, which can produce numerous above-ground stems. The leaves are basal, narrow, and linear, forming a low rosette at the ground level. The plant is notable for its bright yellow flower heads, each with 12–26 ray flowers encircling 25–180 disc flowers, blooming from early spring to late fall, providing a long-lasting display of color.
Four-Nerve Daisy is valued for its drought tolerance and long blooming period, making it a suitable choice for xeriscaping, rock gardens, and border fronts. It thrives in full sun or part shade and requires minimal water once established, preferring well-drained soils. This plant is relatively low-maintenance, but it can benefit from deadheading to promote continuous flowering. It is not commonly associated with serious disease or pest problems, although overwatering can lead to root rot.CC BY-SA 4.0
Four-Nerve Daisy is valued for its drought tolerance and long blooming period, making it a suitable choice for xeriscaping, rock gardens, and border fronts. It thrives in full sun or part shade and requires minimal water once established, preferring well-drained soils. This plant is relatively low-maintenance, but it can benefit from deadheading to promote continuous flowering. It is not commonly associated with serious disease or pest problems, although overwatering can lead to root rot.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Herb, Subshrub
- Height: 0.7-1 feet
- Width: 0.8-1 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: Yellow
- Flowering Season: Spring, Summer
- Leaf Retention: Evergreen
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water: Low
- Drainage: Fast
Common Uses
Butterfly Garden, Deer Resistant, Groundcover, Low Maintenance, Potted Plant, Showy Flowers, Street Planting
Natural Habitat
Native to open grasslands, rocky outcrops, and prairies in the Central United States and Northern Mexico
Other Names
Common Names: Stemmy Four-Nerve Daisy, Stemmy Hymenoxys
Scientific Names: , Tetraneuris scaposa, Hymenoxys scaposa, Hymenoxys acaulis var. glabra, Actinea scaposa, Hymenoxys scaposa var. linearis, Actinea scaposa var. linearis, Tetraneuris scaposa var. linearis, Tetraneuris stenophylla, Tetraneuris linearis
GBIF Accepted Name: Tetraneuris scaposa (DC.) Greene