Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
argentea
ID:
136081

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thunb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1799

Citation Micro:
Arctotis 4 et 7. (1799)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000135410



Common Names

  • Silver Arctotis
  • Silver Daisy
  • Silver African Daisy


Searching for Arctotis argentea? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Arctotis argentea (also called 'Argentea', 'Arctotis', among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial with hairy leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to South Africa and grows in grasslands and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Arctotis argentea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Arctotis argentea is white and daisy-like. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.

Searching for Arctotis argentea? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Arctotis argentea is an herbaceous perennial plant native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Arctotis argentea

Arctotis argentea is native to South Africa and can be found in the Western Cape Province.

Arctotis argentea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arctotis argentea?

Arctotis argentea

What is the common name of Arctotis argentea?

Silver Arctotis

What is the natural habitat of Arctotis argentea?

Dry grasslands and open woodlands

Species in the Arctotis genus

Arctotis serpens, Arctotis suffruticosa, Arctotis schraderi, Arctotis gumbletonii, Arctotis scullyi, Arctotis hirsuta, Arctotis leucanthemoides, Arctotis muricata, Arctotis gowerae, Arctotis debensis, Arctotis bellidiastrum, Arctotis schlechteri, Arctotis roodae, Arctotis venusta, Arctotis laciniata, Arctotis fastuosa, Arctotis acaulis, Arctotis bellidiastrum, Arctotis aspera, Arctotis erosa, Arctotis perfoliata, Arctotis rogersii, Arctotis revoluta, Arctotis merxmuelleri, Arctotis acuminata, Arctotis hispidula, Arctotis adpressa, Arctotis scabra, Arctotis dregei, Arctotis discolor, Arctotis frutescens, Arctotis breviscapa, Arctotis glabrata, Arctotis amplexicans, Arctotis diffusa, Arctotis campanulata, Arctotis microcephala, Arctotis venidioides, Arctotis arctotoides, Arctotis rotundifolia, Arctotis auriculata, Arctotis bellidifolia, Arctotis sulcocarpa, Arctotis angustifolia, Arctotis serpens, Arctotis leiocarpa, Arctotis verbascifolia, Arctotis spinulosa, Arctotis paniculata, Arctotis caudata,

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