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Spring–Summer
Oxeye Daisy
Leucanthemum vulgare
Family: Asteraceae
Green & Freshgreenfresh
SeasonSpring–Summer
OriginEurope
IntensityVery Faint
LifespanPerennial
About This Flower
Green & Fresh · Spring–Summer bloomer
The oxeye daisy is the wildflower meadow's most recognisable face, broad white rays around a bright gold disc with a fresh, slightly green-bitter scent of sun-warmed grass.
Symbolism & Meaning
patience, innocence, cheerfulness
In the Victorian language of flowers, oxeye daisy means “Patience”.
Habitat & Environment
Europe
Oxeye Daisy is native to Europe.
Quick Reference
- Scientific NameLeucanthemum vulgare
- FamilyAsteraceae
- Native ToEurope
- Bloom SeasonSpring–Summer
- LifespanPerennial
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