Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leucanthemoides
ID:
12038

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jacq.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1797

Citation Micro:
Pl. Hort. Schoenbr. 2: 19, t. 164 (1797)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000011367



Common Names

  • Arctotis leucanthemoides
  • White Daisy
  • White Marguerite


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Synonyms

  • Anemonospermos leucanthemodes Kuntze [unknown]
  • Lycotis leucanthemoides Hoffmanns. [unknown]

Description

Arctotis leucanthemoides (also called White Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South Africa. It has a woody stem and grows up to 0.5 m tall, with white flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It grows in open areas, such as pastures and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Arctotis leucanthemoides is a drought-tolerant plant that is often used in landscaping and gardening. It is also used as a cut flower and is known for its bright yellow flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Arctotis leucanthemoides is yellow in color and has a daisy-like shape. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arctotis leucanthemoides is a perennial plant that is propagated from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or cuttings. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Arctotis leucanthemoides

Arctotis leucanthemoides is native to South Africa and can be found in the provinces of Western Cape and Eastern Cape.

Arctotis leucanthemoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arctotis leucanthemoides?

Arctotis leucanthemoides

What is the common name of Arctotis leucanthemoides?

White-flowered Arctotis

What is the natural habitat of Arctotis leucanthemoides?

Dry, open grasslands and rocky slopes

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