Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Genus:
Species:
schweinfurthii
ID:
752562

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1883

Citation Micro:
Gen. Pl. 3: 1007 (1883)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000751895



Common Names

  • Wiesneria schweinfurthii
  • African Daisy
  • African Daisy Bush


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Description

Wiesneria schweinfurthii (also called Schweinfurth's Wiesneria, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant found in the Atlantic Forest biome of Brazil. It has a short stem and long, narrow leaves that are usually green in color. It grows in dry, rocky soils and can be found in open areas, such as roadsides and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Wiesneria schweinfurthii is a popular ornamental plant and is used for landscaping purposes. It is also known to attract birds and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Wiesneria schweinfurthii has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black, and rounded. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Wiesneria schweinfurthii is a perennial herb native to Australia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. It is a low-maintenance plant and requires minimal care.

Where to Find Wiesneria schweinfurthii

Wiesneria schweinfurthii can be found in Western Australia, South Australia, and Victoria.

Wiesneria schweinfurthii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Wiesneria schweinfurthii?

Wiesneria schweinfurthii

What is the common name of Wiesneria schweinfurthii?

Schweinfurthii Wiesneria

What is the natural habitat of Wiesneria schweinfurthii?

Dry, rocky areas in South Africa

Species in the Alismataceae family

Albidella nymphaeifolia, Albidella acanthocarpa, Albidella glandulosa, Albidella oligococca, Alisma bjorkqvistii, Alisma canaliculatum, Alisma gramineum, Alisma juzepczukii, Alisma lanceolatum, Alisma nanum, Alisma plantago-aquatica, Alisma rhicnocarpum, Alisma subcordatum, Alisma triviale, Alisma wahlenbergii, Alisma praecox, Alisma rariflorum, Alisma bjoerkqvistii, Astonia australiensis, Baldellia alpestris, Baldellia ranunculoides, Baldellia repens, Burnatia enneandra, Butomopsis latifolia, Caldesia grandis, Caldesia parnassifolia, Caldesia janaki-ammaliae, Caldesia plantago-aquatica, Damasonium alisma, Damasonium bourgaei, Damasonium californicum, Damasonium constrictum, Damasonium minus, Damasonium polyspermum, Echinodorus berteroi, Helanthium tenellum, Helanthium bolivianum, Helanthium zombiense, Hydrocleys martii, Hydrocleys mattogrossensis, Hydrocleys modesta, Hydrocleys nymphoides, Hydrocleys parviflora, Limnocharis laforestii, Limnocharis flava, Limnophyton obtusifolium, Limnophyton fluitans, Limnophyton angolense, Luronium natans, Ranalisma rostrata,

References

Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:58612-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.