Microseris laciniata is a perennial, self-incompatible
species classified in subgenus Scorzonella. It is
morphologically the least specialized species in the genus,
in contrast to the members of subgenus Microseris, which
are morphologically advanced, self-compatible annuals.
First-generation hybrids were available from crosses
involving eight populations of two subspecies of Microseris
laciniata...