Status:
valid
Authors:
Norl.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1967
Citation Micro:
Svensk Bot. Tidskr. 61: 24 (1967)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000067928
Common Names
- Arctotis frutescens
- Bush Arctotis
- Bush Daisy
Description
Arctotis frutescens (also called African daisy, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to South Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in dry meadows, grasslands and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Arctotis frutescens is a small shrub that is native to South Africa. It is often used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. The leaves can be used to make a tea that has a mild, sweet flavor. The flowers can be used to make a fragrant syrup or used as a garnish on desserts.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Arctotis frutescens has small yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Arctotis frutescens is a perennial plant that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized in the spring.
Where to Find Arctotis frutescens
Galeopsis acuminata can be found in parts of Europe, including Spain, Portugal, France, and Italy.
Arctotis frutescens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arctotis frutescens?
Arctotis frutescens
What is the common name of Arctotis frutescens?
Bushy Arctotis
What is the natural habitat of Arctotis frutescens?
Grasslands, scrublands, and disturbed areas
What is the flowering period of Arctotis frutescens?
August to October
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,