Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
merxmuelleri
ID:
39580

Status:
valid

Authors:
Friedrich

Source:
gcc

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Mitt. Bot. Staatssamml. München 16(Beih.): 13 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000038909



Common Names

  • Merxmueller's Arctotis
  • Merxmueller's Daisy
  • Merxmueller's Fleabane


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Description

Arctotis merxmuelleri (also called Merxmueller's arctotis, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to South Africa. It is found in open grasslands, along roadsides, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Arctotis merxmuelleri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Arctotis merxmuelleri are yellow and have five petals. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings have short, broad leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arctotis merxmuelleri is a low-growing perennial plant, native to South Africa. It is an easy-to-grow plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, it is best to sow the seeds in early spring in a well-draining soil and keep the soil moist until germination. Cuttings can be taken from the stems in late spring or early summer and placed in a moist, well-draining soil. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Arctotis merxmuelleri

Arctotis merxmuelleri is native to South Africa and can be found in the Northern Cape Province.

Arctotis merxmuelleri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arctotis merxmuelleri?

Arctotis merxmuelleri

What is the common name of Arctotis merxmuelleri?

Merxmueller's Daisy

Where is Arctotis merxmuelleri found?

Arctotis merxmuelleri is found in South Africa

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,