Status:
valid
Authors:
B.Nord.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Pl. Diversity Evol. 129(1): 2 (1-5; fig. 1). 2011 [22 Mar 2011]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001331809
Common Names
- Dauresia Flava
- Flava Daisy
- Dauresia Daisy
Description
Dauresia flava (also called Yellow Dauresia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is an annual herb with a basal rosette of leaves, and can grow up to 10 cm tall. It is native to South Africa and is found in grassland and scrub habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Dauresia flava is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dauresia flava is a yellow daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dauresia flava is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The divided plants should be planted in a well-drained soil.
Where to Find Dauresia flava
Dauresia flava is native to Colombia and can be found in the northern and western parts of the country.
Dauresia flava FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dauresia flava?
Dauresia flava
What are the common names of Dauresia flava?
Flava, Flavus
Where does Dauresia flava grow?
Pakistan
Species in the Dauresia 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,