Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tricolor
ID:
120759

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jacq.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1797

Citation Micro:
Pl. Hort. Schoenbr. 2: 16 (1797)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000120088



Common Names

  • African Daisy
  • Tricolor Daisy
  • Arctotis


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Description

Arctotis tricolor (also called 'Tricolour African Daisy', among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to South Africa and is typically found in dry, grassy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Arctotis tricolor is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a natural dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Arctotis tricolor has yellow flowers with a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arctotis tricolor is a perennial plant that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated by division or cuttings. Cultivation is best done in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Arctotis tricolor

Arctotis tricolor is native to South Africa and is found in the Cape Floristic Region.

Arctotis tricolor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arctotis tricolor?

Arctotis tricolor

What is the family of Arctotis tricolor?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Arctotis tricolor?

Arctotis

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,

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