description Oxeye Daisy Overview
Oxeye daisy (Leucanthemum vulgare) is a perennial flowering plant in the daisy family, native to Europe and widely introduced elsewhere, including North America. It grows in meadows, pastures, roadsides, lawns, and other open habitats. Each flower head has a yellow central disk surrounded by white ray florets. The plant spreads through seeds and underground growth and is classified as invasive or noxious in some regions.
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What is oxeye daisy?
Oxeye daisy is Leucanthemum vulgare, a perennial in the daisy family. It is native to Europe and has been widely introduced elsewhere, including North America.
How can Leucanthemum vulgare be recognized?
Oxeye daisy has flower heads with a yellow central disk surrounded by white ray flowers. It commonly grows in meadows, pastures, roadsides, lawns, and other open habitats.
Where does oxeye daisy grow?
Leucanthemum vulgare grows in open grassland and disturbed places such as pastures, roadsides, and lawns. Although native to Europe, it is widely introduced in regions including North America.
Is oxeye daisy a perennial plant?
Yes. Leucanthemum vulgare is a perennial, so it can live and flower over multiple growing seasons. Its daisy-like flower heads make it familiar in meadows and other open places.
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