A genus of small flowering plants commonly known as daisies, especially the common daisy (Bellis perennis).
From Latin 'bellus' meaning 'pretty' or 'beautiful', referring to the attractive appearance of daisy flowers. The botanical Latin genus name preserves this ancient appreciation for the flower's beauty.
The humble daisy was considered so 'beautiful' by the Romans that they gave it a scientific name literally meaning 'pretty'—it's one of the few plants where the botanical name is basically a compliment!
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