Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rugosa
ID:
139176

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
gcc

Year:
1818

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 4(18): 228, t. 404 (ed. fol.) (1818)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000138505



Common Names

  • Rugose Cacosmia
  • Rugose-leaved Cacosmia
  • Cacosmia rugosa


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Description

Cacosmia rugosa (also called Rough Cacosmia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Cacosmia rugosa is an ornamental plant used for its beautiful purple flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cacosmia rugosa var. nivea Hieron.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cacosmia rugosa has yellow flowers with small, black seeds. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cacosmia rugosa is a perennial plant that is best grown from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and the plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart.

Where to Find Cacosmia rugosa

Cacosmia rugosa is native to South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Cacosmia rugosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cacosmia rugosa?

Cacosmia rugosa

What is the common name of Cacosmia rugosa?

Rugose Daisy

What is the habitat of Cacosmia rugosa?

Meadows, marshes, and wet grasslands

Species in the Cacosmia genus

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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