Definition

Noun: 1. A perennial subshrub (Argyranthemum frutescens, syn. Chrysanthemum frutescens) native to the Canary Islands, commonly cultivated for its abundant, daisy-like flowers which are typically pale yellow, though white and pink cultivars exist. It is characterized by its woody base and finely divided, aromatic foliage.

Usage Examples

• The marguerite daisy is a popular choice for summer borders and containers due to its long flowering season.
• She planted several white marguerite daisies to create a cottage garden effect.
• The delicate appearance of the marguerite daisy contrasts with its relatively hardy nature in warm climates.

Advanced Usage

• In botanical and horticultural contexts, the term marguerite daisy specifically refers to and its many cultivated varieties, distinguishing it from other plants with "daisy" in their common name.
• The phrase is often used attributively (functioning as an adjective) to describe related characteristics.
  • Example: The garden featured a beautiful marguerite daisy display.

Variants and Related Words

• Paris daisy: Another common name for the same plant ().
• Marguerite: A shortened, informal form often used interchangeably, though "marguerite" can also refer to the oxeye daisy () in some contexts.
• Argyranthemum: The modern botanical genus name.
• Shrub daisy: A descriptive name highlighting its subshrub growth habit.

Synonyms

• Paris daisy
• (Botanical synonym)

Related Terms & Contexts

• Perennial: A plant that lives for more than two years.
• Subshrub: A small shrub or a plant with a woody base and herbaceous (non-woody) stems.
• Cultivar: A plant variety produced in cultivation by selective breeding.

Noun

1. perennial subshrub of the Canary Islands having usually pale yellow daisylike flowers; often included in genus Chrysanthemum