Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
truncata
ID:
15232

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Watson

Source:
gcc

Year:
1890

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 25: 154 (1890)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000014561



Common Names

  • Truncate Chrysactinia
  • Chrysactinia truncata
  • Truncate Daisy


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Description

Chrysactinia truncata (also called African Daisy, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family Asteraceae. It is native to Africa, and is found in dry, open habitats. It is an annual herb, growing to a height of 0.2–0.5 m (0 ft 8 in–1 ft 8 in). The leaves are alternate, simple, and lanceolate. The flower heads are 0.5–1 cm (0.20–0.39 in) in diameter, and are surrounded by spiny bracts.

Uses & Benefits

Chrysactinia truncata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chrysactinia truncata has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black and its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chrysactinia truncata is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division in spring or early summer. It is best grown in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can also be grown from seed.

Where to Find Chrysactinia truncata

Chrysactinia truncata can be found in the deserts and dry grasslands of North Africa, from Morocco to Egypt.

Chrysactinia truncata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chrysactinia truncata?

Chrysactinia truncata

What is the family of Chrysactinia truncata?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Chrysactinia truncata?

No common name

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-114087: Based on the initial data import
Sereno Watson (1826-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Watson' in the authors string.