Arctotis discolor - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
discolor
ID:
66717
Status:
valid
Authors:
Beauverd
Source:
gcc
Year:
1915
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. Genève 1915, Ser. II. vii. 46
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000066046
Common Names
- Arctotis
- Arctotis discolor
- African Daisy
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Arctotis discolor (also called Discolor Arctotis, among many other common names) is a small, woody shrub native to South Africa. It has small, yellow daisy-like flowers and narrow, pointed leaves. It typically grows in dry, rocky areas and is drought-tolerant.
Uses & Benefits
Arctotis discolor is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating digestive problems, skin diseases, and as an anti-inflammatory.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Arctotis discolor is a daisy-like flower, with a yellow center and white petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Arctotis discolor is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or by division of the root. It prefers full sun and moist soil, and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring, and they will germinate in about two weeks. Division of the root should be done in the spring or fall. The plant can be divided into several smaller sections, each with its own root system.
Where to Find Arctotis discolor
Arctotis discolor is native to South Africa and can be found in dry grasslands and rocky outcrops.
Arctotis discolor FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arctotis discolor?
Arctotis discolor
What type of plant is Arctotis discolor?
It is an annual herbaceous plant
Where is Arctotis discolor found?
It is found in the Great Plains of North America
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
The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-22941: Based on the initial data import
Gustave Beauverd (1867-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Beauverd' in the authors string.