Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
polyptera
ID:
137499

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 73 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000136828



Common Names

  • Polyptera Dimorphotheca
  • Dimorphotheca Polyptera
  • African Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Osteospermum psammophilum Klatt [unknown]

Description

Dimorphotheca polyptera (also called African daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South Africa. It grows to a height of up to 1 m and has daisy-like flowers with yellow centres and white petals. It grows in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Dimorphotheca polyptera is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive flowers and foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dimorphotheca polyptera is a white daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dimorphotheca polyptera is an annual herb native to South Africa. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from seeds. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. It can be propagated by sowing seeds in late summer or early autumn. The seeds should be sown in a sandy, well-draining soil. Once the seedlings have emerged, they can be transplanted into larger containers or into the garden.

Where to Find Dimorphotheca polyptera

Dimorphotheca polyptera can be found in the dry grasslands of South Africa.

Dimorphotheca polyptera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dimorphotheca polyptera?

Dimorphotheca polyptera

What is the common name of Dimorphotheca polyptera?

Polypter Dimorphotheca

Where is Dimorphotheca polyptera found?

It is found in South Africa

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,

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