Chrysanthemum leucanthemum L.

Ox-eye Daisy

Description:

• 20-80 cm tall
• Deeply toothed lance-shaped leaves widest at apex
• Lower leaves may be almost pinnate
• Flowers found on long peduncles
• Flowers have a yellow disk 1-2 cm wide with pure white rays surrounding 10-20 mm long
• Most conspicuous summer flower

Habitat:

• Pastures
• Fields
• Meadows
• Waste places

Distribution:

• Cow pasture
• Hay fields
• Behind farmhouse
• Near cabin