Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
fruticosa
ID:
62249

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Less.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
(1832). Syn. Gen. Compos.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000061578



Common Names

  • African Daisy
  • Star of the Veldt
  • Wild Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Osteospermum riparium O.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Calendula diffusa Salisb. [unknown]
  • Osteospermum fruticosum (L.) Norl. [unknown]
  • Calendula fruticosa L. [unknown]
  • Blaxium decumbens Cass. [unknown]

Description

Dimorphotheca fruticosa (also called African Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Africa. It has lance-shaped leaves and bright yellow flowers. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Dimorphotheca fruticosa is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and stomach ache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dimorphotheca fruticosa is yellow, with multiple yellow petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and have multiple stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dimorphotheca fruticosa is a perennial herb that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated from seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil mix and kept at a temperature of 18-21°C. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the plant is actively growing. The clumps should be divided and replanted in the soil.

Where to Find Dimorphotheca fruticosa

Dimorphotheca fruticosa is native to South Africa and can be found growing in dry, rocky areas.

Dimorphotheca fruticosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dimorphotheca fruticosa?

Dimorphotheca fruticosa

What are the common names of Dimorphotheca fruticosa?

Bushy daisy, Bushy daisy

What is the habitat of Dimorphotheca fruticosa?

Dry, sandy soils in open woods, fields, and roadsides

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

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Christian Friedrich Lessing (1809-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Less.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:201470-1: Based on the initial data import