Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
schultzii
ID:
125423

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bolle) Pit. & Proust

Source:
gcc

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Iles Canaries : 224 (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000124752



Common Names

  • Schultz's Starwort
  • Schultz's Asteriscus
  • Schultz's Starflower


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Synonyms

  • Odontospermum schultzii Bolle [unknown]
  • Bubonium schultzii (Bolle) Svent. [unknown]
  • Nauplius schultzii (Bolle) Wiklund [unknown]

Description

Asteriscus schultzii (also called African Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow daisy-like flowers. It grows in grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

Asteriscus schultzii is a popular ornamental plant that is used to decorate gardens and yards. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects, as well as to provide a habitat for wildlife. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Asteriscus schultzii is a small, yellow-green flower head with yellow disc florets. The seed is an achene, which is a small, dry, single-seeded fruit that does not open at maturity. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asteriscus schultzii is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize lightly.

Where to Find Asteriscus schultzii

Asteriscus schultzii is found in the Mediterranean region, including Greece, Turkey, and the Middle East.

Asteriscus schultzii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asteriscus schultzii?

Asteriscus schultzii

What type of plant is Asteriscus schultzii?

It is an annual herb

Where is Asteriscus schultzii found?

It is found in the Mediterranean region

What are the characteristics of Asteriscus schultzii?

It has yellow flowers and lance-shaped leaves

What is the flowering period of Asteriscus schultzii?

It flowers from April to June

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-85847: Based on the initial data import
Carl August Bolle (1821-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bolle' in the authors string.
Charles-Joseph Marie Pitard-Briau (1873-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pit.' in the authors string.
Louis Proust (1878-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Proust' in the authors string.