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    Know about the Daisy

    By s mMarch 7, 2018Updated:March 7, 2018No Comments6 Mins Read
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    Bellis perennis is a common European species of daisy belonging to family Asteraceae. Sometimes it is known as common daisy, English daisy or lawn daisy. It is also known as occasionally woundwort and bruisewort. Native to Central, Western and Northern Europe and is naturalized in most temperate regions including Australasia and Americas. Daisy is an annual or herbaceous perennial plant measuring 10 to 25 cm high with sparsely strigose scape and creeping rhizomes. Leaves are rosulate and basal with long winged petioles and lamina is spatulate about 2 to 6 cm by 1 to 2.8 cm with serrated to crenate margins. The terminal and solitary capitula is 2 to 3 cm across. The ray florets are white or pinkish and also in various shades of red, pink and purple. Lamina is about 10 × 1 mm. Disk florets are yellow measuring 2 mm.

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    Health Benefits of Daisy

    The health benefits of daisy are discussed below:

    1. Brighten skin

    The daisy flower extract is used in beauty or skin care products and cosmetics to made toners, serums, ointments, lotions etc. It contains natural substance known as L-arbutin which brightens skin. The excessive exposure to the sun’s UV rays causes overproduction of melanin that results in discoloration or hyper pigmentation that becomes obvious age as dark spots. The extract of L-arbutin blocks

    1. Lower dark spots

    L-arbutin extract can block formation melanin which reduces production of dark spot. The organic acids such as malic and tartaric acid contribute exfoliating skin. The extract of daisy is a perfect substitute of Hydroquinone that is a substance used widely for resolving hyperpigmentation that is derived naturally instead of toxic and harsh ingredients.

    1. Prevent saggy skin

    The daisy flower symbolizes purity and innocence. Its name shows its ability to maintain pure and innocent look with its anti-aging properties. When the skin is exposed to UV sun rays, the collagen fibers are damaged, scar tissues are build up and creation of new collagen is required for healthy and supple skin. When we grow older, the skin begins to wrinkle, sagging and drooping. The make up products that contains daisy extract helps to aid and keep the skin look fresh and youthful.

    1. Respiratory health

    The extract of daisy flower has antitussive, anti-inflammatory and expectorant and is used in form of tea for curing bronchitis, cold and other respiratory tracts. Traditionally daisy is used to cure bronchitis that leads to hydration of mouth and eases breathing so is recommended for respiratory problems. It is used as a mouthwash or gargle to aid sore throat and mouth inflammation.

    1. Digestive health

    The extract of daisy flower possesses diuretic, digestive, purgative and laxative properties. As it stimulates digestion system, it is effective for treating digestive tracts such as diarrhea, mild constipation, liver, gastritis and gallbladder complaints. The extract also contains antispasmodic properties which is effective as an aid for digestive cramps.

    1. Treat wounds

    Daisy flower extract is helpful in healing sores, fresh wounds and scratches. Apply daisy on the top of wounds directly. It contains antibacterial agents so is extracted into liquid poultice and used on battle field and operations for treating wounded soldiers. In ancient Rome, slaves of surgeons who followed Roman legions into battlefield pick sacks full of daisies to extract juice. Bandages were soaked in it and applied to bind sword and spear cuts. Daisies were used during middle ages for treating sprains, bruises and swellings of joints.

    1. Useful for heavy menstruation

    Extract of flower is useful for those women experiencing heavy menstruation and pregnancy. It is beneficial for treating uterus problems leaded by bleeding and debility. It is helpful to lower uterine pain after childbirth and during pregnancy and also when bruises in abdomen are severe.

    1. Lower fever

    Daisy flower extract has diuretic effect which promotes sweating and contributes in lowering fever. It is used as a compress on forehead and as an infusion in cup of tea.

    1. Rheumatic pain

    The ointment of daisy is an aid for inflamed joints as well as wounds. The tincture provides relief from rheumatism and muscle fatigue.

    1. Detoxification

    The extract of daisy when drunk as juice is used for eliminating harmful toxins and harmful substances from the body. It acts as blood purifier which cleanses bloodstream.

    Traditional uses

    • Traditionally it is used for wounds and to treat delicate and listless children.
    • In folk medicine, it is used for rheumatism.
    • In Trabzon and Turkey, it is used to provide relief from stomach ache.
    • Dried flowering heads are used in decoctions, infusions, poultice and ointments in treating rheumatism, catarrh, liver, arthritis and kidney disorders.
    • Leaves are applied externally to bruises, wounds and cuts.
    • Use the extract internally for treating inflammatory disorders of liver.
    • Chew the leaves to cure oral ulcers.
    • Root decoction is used for treating eczema, scorbutic complaints.
    • Flowers are used for treating disorders of respiratory tract and gastrointestinal tract.
    • It is also used as a cure for fresh wounds.
    • Use the distilled water internally for treating liver inflammatory disorders.
    • The mild decoction eases respiratory tract complaints, painful menstruation and rheumatic pains.
    • In Rome, juice extracted from daisies is used to heal wounds.
    • In folk medicine, daisy is used to provide relief from cough, slow bleeding and improve digestion.

    Precautions    

    • Allergic people should avoid it.
    • People with health problems should consult the doctor for use.

    How to Eat         

    • Flowers and leaves are consumed as vegetables.
    • Petals and flower buds could be consumed raw or added to salads, soups and sandwiches.
    • Young leaves are cooked as potherbs or consumed raw in salads.
    • It is used as a vitamin supplement and also as a tea.

    Other Facts        

    • Daisy is propagated by seed or by division after flowering.
    • Marguerite daisy, Shasta daisies, Gloriosa daisy, African daisy and Gerber daisy are the most popular types of daisies.
    • Daisy symbolizes innocence and purity.
    • It is a biennial plant which completes its life cycle after two years.

    References:

    https://www.itis.gov/servlet/SingleRpt/SingleRpt?search_topic=TSN&search_value=36826#null

    https://davesgarden.com/guides/pf/go/181/

    https://www.pfaf.org/user/plant.aspx?LatinName=Bellis+perennis

    http://www.softschools.com/facts/plants/daisy_facts/596/

    https://drhealthbenefits.com/herbal/herbal-oil/benefits-daisy-flower-extract

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    Facts of Daisy

    Daisy Quick Facts
    Name: Daisy
    Scientific Name: Bellis perennis
    Origin It is native to western, central and northern Europe and middle Asia. It is introduced to New Zealand and North America.
    Health benefits Brighten skin, Lower dark spots, Prevent saggy skin, Respiratory health, Digestive health
    Name Daisy
    Scientific Name Bellis perennis
    Native It is native to western, central and northern Europe and middle Asia. It is introduced to New Zealand and North America.
    Common/English Name Bairnwort, Banewort, Bainswort, Banwood, Billy Button, Child’s Flower Common Daisy, Bruisewort, Daisy, Day’s Eye, English
    Daisy, Ewe-Gowan, European Daisy, Field Daisy Flower of Spring, Gowan, Lawn Daisy, Herb Margaret, Maudlinwort, Little Star, Measure of Love, Moon Daisy, Perennial Daisy, Open Eye, Silver Pennies, Woundwort,  Common daisy, English daisy, Lawn Daisy
    Name in Other Languages Albanian: Luleshqerre;
    Brazil: Margarida;
    Chinese: Chu Ju Shu, Chu Ju, Yánmìng jú (延命菊), Chújú (雏菊), Mǎlán tóu huā (马兰头花);
    Czech: Sedmikráska Chudobka;
    Dutch: Madeliefje;
    Eastonian: Harilik Kirikakar;
    Esperanto: Beliso, Lekanteto;
    Finnish: Kaunokainen, Nurmikaunokainen;
    French: Fleure De Pâques , Pâquerette, Fleure De Pasturage, Pâquerette Vivace, Pâquerette Commune, Petite Marguerite;
    Gaelic: Nóinín;
    German: Angerbleamerl, Gänseblümchen, Augenblümchen, Gemeines Massliebchen, Maiblume, Himmels blume, Marguerite, Marienblümchen, Mehrjähriges Gänseblümchen, Massliebchen, Mondscheinblume, Regenblume, Mümmeli, Tausendschön, Tausendschönchen;
    Hungarian: Százszorszép, Vad Százszorszép;
    Icelandic: Fagurfífi ll;
    Italian: Bellide, Margheritina, Margherite, Margheritina Dei Prati, Pratolina, Pratolina Commune;
    Norwegian: Tusenfryd;
    Polish: Stokrotka Pospolita, Margarytka;
    Portuguese: Bela-Margarida, Mãe-De- Família, Bonina, Margarida, Margarida-Comum, Margarida-Menor, Margarida- Inglesa, Margarida-Rasteira, Margaridas, Margarida-Vulgar, Margaridinha,
    Margarita, Rapazinhos, Rapazinho, Sempre-Viva;
    Russian: Margaritka, маргаритка;
    Slovašcina: Navadna Marjetica, Marjetica Navadna;
    Slovencina: Sedmokráska Obyčajná;
    Spanish: Chiribita, Dormilona, Chirivita, Margarita, Margarita Común, Margarita Menor, Pascueta, Maya, Vellorita;
    Swedish: Bellis, Tusensköna, Pytter;
    Turkish: Çayır Papatyasi, Koyungözü, Koyun Çiçeği, Koyungözüotu;
    Welsh: Llygad Y Dydd
    Plant Growth Habit Perennial herbaceous plant
    Growing Climate Cool
    Soil Moist and well-drained
    Plant Size 10 to 25 cm high
    Leaves Small rounded or spoon-shaped, 3/4 to 2 inches long
    Flowering Season Early to midsummer
    Flower 3/4 to 1-1/4 inches in diameter
    Taste Pleasant
    Plant parts used Root, leaves

    Daisy Scientific Classification

    Scientific Name: Bellis perennis

    Rank Scientific Name & (Common Name)
    Kingdom Plantae (Plants)
    Subkingdom Viridiplantae
    Infrakingdom Streptophyta (Land plants)
    Superdivision Embryophyta
    Division Tracheophyta  (Vascular plants, tracheophytes)
    Class Magnoliopsida
    Order Asterales
    Family Asteraceae  (Sunflowers, tournesols)
    Genus Bellis L. (Bellis)
    Species Bellis perennis L. (Lawndaisy, English daisy, European daisy, lawn daisy)
    Synonyms
    • Aster bellis E.H.L. Krause
    • Bellis alpina Hegetschw.
    • Bellis alpine Hegetschw.
    • Bellis armena Boiss.
    • Bellis croatica Gand.
    • Bellis hortensis Mill.
    • Bellis hybrida Ten.
    • Bellis integrifolia DC.
    • Bellis integrifolia Lam., 1804
    • Bellis margaritifolia Huter
    • Bellis minor Garsault
    • Bellis minor Garsault (inval.)
    • Bellis perennis f. discoidea D.C. McClint.
    • Bellis perennis f. discoidea D.McClintock
    • Bellis perennis f. perennis
    • Bellis perennis f. plena Sacc.
    • Bellis perennis f. pumila (Arv.-Touv. & Dupuy) Rouy
    • Bellis perennis f. rhodoglossa Sacc.
    • Bellis perennis f. tubulosa A. Kern.
    • Bellis perennis subsp. hybrida (Ten.) Nym.
    • Bellis perennis subsp. hybrida (Ten.) Nyman
    • Bellis perennis subsp. perennis
    • Bellis perennis var. caulescens Rochebr.
    • Bellis perennis var. fagetorum Lac.
    • Bellis perennis var. hirsuta Beck, 1893
    • Bellis perennis var. hybrid (Ten.) Fiori
    • Bellis perennis var. hybrida (Ten.) Fiori
    • Bellis perennis var. margaritifolia (Huter) Fiori
    • Bellis perennis var. meridionalis Favrat
    • Bellis perennis var. meridionalis Favrat ex Gremli, 1885
    • Bellis perennis var. microcephala Boiss.
    • Bellis perennis var. perennis
    • Bellis perennis var. pusilla N. Terracc.
    • Bellis perennis var. strobliana Bég.
    • Bellis perennis var. subcaulescens Martrin-Dono
    • Bellis perennis var. tubulosa F.J. Schultz
    • Bellis pumila Arv.-Touv. & Dupuy
    • Bellis pusilla (N. Terracc.) Pignatti
    • Bellis scaposa Gilib.
    • Bellis validula Gand.
    • Bellis validula Gand. Erigeron perennis (L.) Sessé & Moc.
    • Erigeron perennis (L.) Sessé & Moç.
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