An annual chrysanthemum of the Mediterranean region, Chrysanthemum coronarium, having white and yellow flowers, grown as an ornamental and (especially in East Asia) for its edible leaves.
Origin
Late 19th century; earliest use found in Bazaar, Exchange and Mart.
Definition of crown daisy in US English:
crown daisy
noun
An annual chrysanthemum of the Mediterranean region, Chrysanthemum coronarium, having white and yellow flowers, grown as an ornamental and (especially in East Asia) for its edible leaves.
Origin
Late 19th century; earliest use found in Bazaar, Exchange and Mart.