Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
jucunda
ID:
87290

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Phillips

Source:
gcc

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Fl. Pl. South Africa xvi. t. 629 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000086619



Common Names

  • Dimorphotheca jucunda
  • Jucunda Dimorphotheca
  • Jucunda Cape Marigold


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Synonyms

  • Osteospermum jucundum (E.Phillips) Norl. [unknown]

Description

Dimorphotheca jucunda (also called Jucunda Cape Marigold, Jucunda Dimorphotheca, and Jucunda Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South Africa. It grows up to 40 cm tall and has white ray florets and yellow disc florets. It is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Dimorphotheca jucunda is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used for soil stabilization and erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dimorphotheca jucunda has small, yellow flowers with five petals that are about 1/2 inch in diameter. The seeds are small, black, and have a hard outer coating. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves that are oval-shaped and have a white underside.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dimorphotheca jucunda is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that grows in clumps. It is native to South Africa and is hardy in USDA zones 9-11. It can be propagated from seed or by division of clumps in spring. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Dimorphotheca jucunda

Dimorphotheca jucunda is native to South Africa and can be found in the western and southern parts of the country.

Dimorphotheca jucunda FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dimorphotheca jucunda?

Dimorphotheca jucunda

What is the natural habitat of Dimorphotheca jucunda?

It is found in the Andes Mountains of Peru and Ecuador.

What type of soil does Dimorphotheca jucunda prefer?

It prefers well-draining, sandy soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5.

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-43001: Based on the initial data import
Edwin Percy Phillips (1884-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Phillips' in the authors string.