Flower Properties

Property	Value
English Name	Marguerite Daisy
MainColor	Red
PlantType	Herb
Growth Type	Cultivated
Season	June
ImageUrl	Argyranthemum-001
Photographer	Gita
Location
Human Toxicity	Mildly_Toxic

Flower Details

Description

A shrubby perennial often grown as an annual in the UK, producing abundant daisy-like flowers in shades of white, pink, or yellow. It flowers prolifically through summer and is a favourite for bedding schemes and patio pots.

Distribution

Native to the Canary Islands. In the UK, it is strictly cultivated and does not naturalise outdoors due to frost sensitivity.

Medicinal/Other Uses

Primarily ornamental; no notable medicinal uses.

Edibility

Not edible – grown for decorative purposes only.

Human Toxicity

May cause mild skin irritation in sensitive individuals.

Pet Toxicity

Mildly toxic – may cause vomiting or drooling in cats and dogs if ingested.

Active Compounds

Sesquiterpene lactones (common in the daisy family).