Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
auriculata
ID:
91561

Status:
valid

Authors:
(M.Taylor) C.Jeffrey

Source:
gcc

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 43(2): 263 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000090890



Common Names

  • Earleaf Bothriocline
  • Bothriocline Auriculata
  • Earleaf Bothriocline


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Synonyms

  • Erlangea auriculata M.Taylor [unknown]

Description

Bothriocline auriculata (also called golden daisy, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub, growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to South Africa, and grows in dry, sandy, open areas, such as coastal dunes and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Bothriocline auriculata is a medicinal plant used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive yellow flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bothriocline auriculata is yellow, with a diameter of about 3 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bothriocline auriculata can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny spot, and the plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart. Division can be done in spring or autumn, and the plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun.

Where to Find Bothriocline auriculata

Bothriocline auriculata can be found in the southwestern United States, from California to Arizona.

Bothriocline auriculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bothriocline auriculata?

Bothriocline auriculata

What is the common name of Bothriocline auriculata?

Ear-leaved Bothriocline

What is the best soil type for Bothriocline auriculata?

Bothriocline auriculata prefers well-drained, sandy soils in full sun.

Species in the Bothriocline genus

Bothriocline imatongensis, Bothriocline muschleriana, Bothriocline bampsii, Bothriocline kungwensis, Bothriocline cuneifolia, Bothriocline upembensis, Bothriocline malaissei, Bothriocline hoyoensis, Bothriocline grandicapitulata, Bothriocline leonardiana, Bothriocline schimperi, Bothriocline quercifolia, Bothriocline hispida, Bothriocline huillensis, Bothriocline monocephala, Bothriocline pectinata, Bothriocline glomerata, Bothriocline aggregata, Bothriocline concinna, Bothriocline moramballae, Bothriocline monticola, Bothriocline carrissoi, Bothriocline amplifolia, Bothriocline laxa, Bothriocline steetziana, Bothriocline atroviolacea, Bothriocline nyungwensis, Bothriocline grindeliifolia, Bothriocline microcephala, Bothriocline inyangana, Bothriocline attenuata, Bothriocline sengensis, Bothriocline trifoliata, Bothriocline katangensis, Bothriocline wittei, Bothriocline ugandensis, Bothriocline glabrescens, Bothriocline pauwelsii, Bothriocline auriculata, Bothriocline shagayuensis, Bothriocline nyiruensis, Bothriocline kundelungensis, Bothriocline fusca, Bothriocline mbalensis, Bothriocline angolensis, Bothriocline madagascariensis, Bothriocline marungensis, Bothriocline subcordata, Bothriocline congesta, Bothriocline ruwenzoriensis,

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-47169: Based on the initial data import
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.
Mary Ruth Fussel Jackson Taylor (b.1908): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Taylor' in the authors string.