Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
calendula
ID:
89045

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Levyns

Source:
gcc

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 8: 284. 1942

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000088374



Common Names

  • Arctotheca
  • Calendula
  • Arctotheca Calendula


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Synonyms

  • Cynotis hypochondriaca Hoffmanns. [unknown]
  • Arctotis calendulacea L. [unknown]
  • Arctotis sulphurea Gaertn. [unknown]
  • Alloiozonium arctotideum Kunze [unknown]
  • Cryptostemma triste Domin [unknown]
  • Arctotis calendulacea Hill [unknown]
  • Cryptostemma calendulaceum R.Br. [unknown]
  • Arctotis hypochondriaca Willd. [unknown]
  • Arctotis speciosa Salisb. [unknown]
  • Cryptostemma calendula Druce [unknown]
  • Arctotis superba L. [unknown]
  • Arctotis corruscans DC. [unknown]
  • Arctotis tristis L. [unknown]
  • Cryptostemma hypochondriacum R.Br. [unknown]
  • Arctotis calendula L. [unknown]
  • Cryptostemma runcinatum R.Br. [unknown]
  • Arctotheca calendulacea K.Lewin [unknown]
  • Arctotheca calendulaceum K.Lewin [unknown]

Description

Arctotheca calendula (also called 'Arctotheca', 'Calendula', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows to a height of 0.2–0.5 m. It is native to the Middle East, specifically Iran, Iraq, and Turkey, and is found in dry habitats such as rocky hillsides and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Arctotheca calendula is commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Arctotheca calendula has small, yellow flowers with a flat-topped inflorescence. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves and a rosette of leaves at the base.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arctotheca calendula is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. Pruning is recommended to maintain a neat shape.

Where to Find Arctotheca calendula

Arctotheca calendula is native to South Africa. It can be found in moist, shady areas.

Arctotheca calendula FAQ

What are the ideal growing conditions for Arctotheca calendula?

Arctotheca calendula prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

What is the best way to propagate Arctotheca calendula?

Arctotheca calendula can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and divisions can be done in late spring or early summer.

What pests and diseases can affect Arctotheca calendula?

Arctotheca calendula is generally pest and disease free, but can be susceptible to powdery mildew and rust.

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-44713: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Margaret Levyns (1890-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Levyns' in the authors string.