Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ioletae
ID:
34907

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.U.Santos

Source:
gcc

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Bol. Mus. Paraense Emilio Goeldi, N.S., Bot. 9(2): 208. 1994 [1993 publ. 1994]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000034236



Common Names

  • African Daisy
  • Violet Daisy
  • Aspilia Daisy


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Description

Aspilia ioletae (also called African Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and solitary, daisy-like yellow flowers. It is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Aspilia ioletae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to attract butterflies and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aspilia ioletae has bright yellow daisy-like flowers with a black centre. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspilia ioletae is a perennial plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or cuttings.

Where to Find Aspilia ioletae

Aspilia ioletae can be found in Central and South America, in dry, sunny areas such as grasslands and open woodlands.

Aspilia ioletae FAQ

What are the common names of Aspilia ioletae?

Common names of Aspilia ioletae include African Daisy, African Daisy Bush, and African Daisy Tree

What is the native range of Aspilia ioletae?

Aspilia ioletae is native to tropical Africa

What is the growth habit of Aspilia ioletae?

Aspilia ioletae is an evergreen shrub that typically grows to a height of 3-4 feet

Species in the Aspilia genus

Aspilia angustifolia, Aspilia helianthoides, Aspilia jugata, Aspilia paraensis, Aspilia mossambicensis, Aspilia elata, Aspilia rugulosa, Aspilia linearis, Aspilia prostrata, Aspilia goiazensis, Aspilia subscandens, Aspilia pohlii, Aspilia hispidantha, Aspilia diniz-cruzeanae, Aspilia duarteana, Aspilia grazielae, Aspilia matogrossensis, Aspilia platyphylla, Aspilia cavalcantei, Aspilia thouarsii, Aspilia bussei, Aspilia belo-horizontinae, Aspilia ioletae, Aspilia eglerii, Aspilia hatschbachii, Aspilia helianthoides, Aspilia pseudoyedaea, Aspilia malaissei, Aspilia itabaianenis, Aspilia bojeri, Aspilia gillettii, Aspilia caudata, Aspilia erosa, Aspilia glaziovii, Aspilia cordifolia, Aspilia latissima, Aspilia rudis, Aspilia kotschyi, Aspilia albuquerquei, Aspilia foliosa, Aspilia espinhacensis, Aspilia rudis, Aspilia pereirae, Aspilia andrade-limae, Aspilia macrorrhiza, Aspilia eckendorffii, Aspilia natalensis, Aspilia ciliata, Aspilia angustifolia, Aspilia foliosa,

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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