Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
scaposa
ID:
1322021

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) B.Nord. & Pelser

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Compositae Newslett. 50: 66 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334475



Common Names

  • Caputia scaposa
  • Stemless Caputia
  • Stemless Daisy


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Description

Caputia scaposa (also called Scapose Caputia, among many other common names) is an evergreen, perennial shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa. It grows in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Caputia scaposa is used as an ornamental plant and to stabilize soil on slopes and banks.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Caputia scaposa var. caulescens (Harv.) B.Nord. & Pelser
Caputia scaposa var. addoensis (Compton) B.Nord. & Pelser

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Caputia scaposa is a small, white, fragrant flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened and oblong-shaped seed. The seedlings are slender, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caputia scaposa can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. When propagating from seeds, the seeds should be sown in moist, well-drained soil and kept in a warm, sunny location. When propagating from cuttings, the cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a potting mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location until they have rooted.

Where to Find Caputia scaposa

Caputia scaposa is native to South Africa and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Caputia scaposa FAQ

What type of plant is Caputia scaposa?

Caputia scaposa is a species of shrub in the family Myrtaceae.

Where is Caputia scaposa native to?

Caputia scaposa is native to South Africa.

What is the growth habit of Caputia scaposa?

Caputia scaposa is a small shrub that grows up to 1 meter in height.

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

Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Bertil Nordenstam (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Nord.' in the authors string.
Pieter B. Pelser (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pelser' in the authors string.