Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
sinuata
ID:
40776

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 72 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000040105



Common Names

  • Dimorphotheca Sinuata
  • African Daisy
  • Blue Marguerite


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Synonyms

  • Acanthotheca integrifolia DC. [unknown]
  • Calendula tragus Curtis [unknown]
  • Dimorphotheca pseud-aurantiaca Schinz & Thell. [unknown]
  • Dimorphotheca dentata Harv. [unknown]
  • Acanthotheca dentata DC. [unknown]
  • Dimorphotheca calendulacea calendulacea [unknown]
  • Dimorphotheca integrifolia (DC.) Harv. [unknown]
  • Dimorphotheca calendulacea Harv. [unknown]

Description

Dimorphotheca sinuata (also called African Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to South Africa, and is found in dry, open areas such as grasslands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Dimorphotheca sinuata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dimorphotheca sinuata has daisy-like flowers with white petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have short, stout stems with small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dimorphotheca sinuata is an annual plant native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is also resistant to deer and rabbits.

Where to Find Dimorphotheca sinuata

Dimorphotheca sinuata can be found in Africa, including South Africa and Namibia.

Dimorphotheca sinuata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dimorphotheca sinuata?

Dimorphotheca sinuata

What is the common name of Dimorphotheca sinuata?

African Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Dimorphotheca sinuata?

It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, open habitats.

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,