Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
zeyheri
ID:
61510

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sond.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1850

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 23: 70 (1850)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000060839



Common Names

  • Dicoma
  • African Daisy
  • Wild Daisy


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Description

Dicoma zeyheri (also called Dicoma, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to Central and South America. It has long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, open areas and is often found in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dicoma zeyheri is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge or a windbreak. The plant is also known to attract butterflies and other pollinators.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Dicoma zeyheri sub. argyrophylla (Oliv.) G.V.Pope
Dicoma zeyheri sub. zeyheri

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dicoma zeyheri has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dicoma zeyheri can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun or partial shade and regular watering.

Where to Find Dicoma zeyheri

Dicoma zeyheri is native to South Africa and can be found in rocky outcrops and dry grasslands.

Dicoma zeyheri FAQ

What are the growing requirements of Dicoma zeyheri?

Dicoma zeyheri requires full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

How do I propagate Dicoma zeyheri?

Dicoma zeyheri can be propagated by seed or cuttings.

What is the lifespan of Dicoma zeyheri?

Dicoma zeyheri has a lifespan of up to 5 years.

Species in the Dicoma genus

Dicoma tomentosa, Dicoma poggei, Dicoma prostrata, Dicoma swazilandica, Dicoma cuneneensis, Dicoma incana, Dicoma alemannii-mazzocchii, Dicoma squarrosa, Dicoma paivae, Dicoma auriculata, Dicoma spinosa, Dicoma scoparia, Dicoma picta, Dicoma gillettii, Dicoma plantaginifolia, Dicoma niccolifera, Dicoma nana, Dicoma schimperi, Dicoma thuliniana, Dicoma tomentosa, Dicoma anmadochrissa, Dicoma anomala, Dicoma antunesii, Dicoma elliptica, Dicoma chatanensis, Dicoma pretoriensis, Dicoma zeyheri, Dicoma nachtigalii, Dicoma obconica, Dicoma foliosa, Dicoma somalense, Dicoma oleifolia, Dicoma hindiana, Dicoma sessiliflora, Dicoma gossweileri, Dicoma galpinii, Dicoma capensis, Dicoma oblonga, Dicoma cana, Dicoma schinzii, Dicoma macrocephala, Dicoma kirkii, Dicoma humilis, Dicoma grandidieri, Dicoma elegans, Dicoma kurumanii, Dicoma montana, Dicoma bangueolensis, Dicoma speciosa, Dicoma dinteri,

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,