Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ovoideus
ID:
139095

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Compton) P.V.Heath

Source:
gcc

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Calyx 5(4): 136 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000138424



Common Names

  • Curio ovoideus
  • Ovoid Curio
  • Ovoid Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Kleinia ovoidea Compton [unknown]
  • Senecio ovoideus (Compton) Jacobscn [deprecated]
  • Senecio ovoideus (Compton) H.Jacobsen [unknown]

Description

Crepidiastrum taiwanianum (also called Taiwanese Crepidiastrum, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to Taiwan. It has a basal rosette of leaves and bright yellow daisy-like flowers. It grows in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Curio ovoideus is a species of flowering plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Curio ovoideus is a small, yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Curio ovoideus 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 Curio ovoideus

Curio ovoideus is native to South Africa and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Curio ovoideus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Curio ovoideus?

Curio ovoideus

What is the common name of Curio ovoideus?

Ovoid curio

What is the natural habitat of Curio ovoideus?

Grassy areas, meadows, and pastures

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

Robert Harold Compton (1886-1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Compton' in the authors string.
Paul V. Heath (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.V.Heath' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:997628-1: Based on the initial data import