Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
decurrens
ID:
122136

Status:
valid

Authors:
O.Hoffm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Ann. Naturhist. Hofmus. xxiv. 313 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000121465



Common Names

  • Cape Daisy
  • Arctotis
  • African Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Venidium canescens DC. [unknown]
  • Venidium micranthum (Thunb.) Voss [unknown]
  • Arctotis micrantha Thunb. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Venidium calendulaceum Less. [unknown]
  • Venidium multiflorum hort. ex Vilmorin [unknown]
  • Arctotis lessingiana Beauverd [unknown]

Description

Arctotis decurrens (also called 'African Daisy' and 'African Daisy Bush', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with large, yellow daisy-like flowers and grey-green foliage. It is native to South Africa and is found growing in dry, rocky areas and scrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Arctotis decurrens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a food source for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Arctotis decurrens is yellow and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small, black and oval. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arctotis decurrens is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly to keep the soil moist, but not soggy. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Arctotis decurrens

Arctotis decurrens can be found in South Africa.

Arctotis decurrens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arctotis decurrens?

Arctotis decurrens

What is the common name of Arctotis decurrens?

Decurrens Arctotis

What is the family of Arctotis decurrens?

Asteraceae

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,