Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
prostrata
ID:
119439

Status:
valid

Authors:
Britten

Source:
gcc

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 54: 61. 1916

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000118768



Common Names

  • Arctotheca prostrata
  • Prostrate Cape Daisy
  • Cape Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Arctotis repens Jacq. [unknown]
  • Arctotis interrupta Thunb. [unknown]
  • Arctotheca grandiflora Schrad. [unknown]
  • Arctotis prostrata Salisb. [unknown]
  • Arctotheca repens J.C.Wendl. [unknown]

Description

Arctotheca prostrata (also called Cape Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 0.5 m tall. It has white flowers with yellow centers and oval leaves. It is native to South Africa and is found in sandy soils and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Arctotheca prostrata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to create a hedge. It has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties and is also used to treat skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Arctotheca prostrata has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small, with thin, grass-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arctotheca prostrata can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame and the seedlings transplanted into individual pots when they are large enough to handle. Division is best done in spring or autumn. Larger clumps can be divided using a spade and the divisions planted out direct into their permanent positions.

Where to Find Arctotheca prostrata

Arctotheca prostrata is native to South Africa and can be found in coastal areas.

Arctotheca prostrata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arctotheca prostrata?

Arctotheca prostrata

What type of plant is Arctotheca prostrata?

A flowering plant

What are the common names of Arctotheca prostrata?

Prostrate Capeweed

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-80078: Based on the initial data import
James Britten (1846-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britten' in the authors string.