Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
abyssinica
ID:
129450

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sch.Bip.

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000128779



Common Names

  • Abyssinian Daisy
  • Ethiopian Daisy
  • Felicia Daisy


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Description

Felicia abyssinica (also called Blue Marguerite, Blue Daisy, African Daisy, and African Aster, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Ethiopia and Eritrea. It is a low-growing plant with a creeping habit, and has bright blue flowers with yellow centers. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil.

Uses & Benefits

Felicia abyssinica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating respiratory and digestive ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Felicia abyssinica sub. abyssinica
Felicia abyssinica sub. globularioides (Mattf.) Grau
Felicia abyssinica var. schimperi (Steud. & Hochst. ex Jaub. & Spach) Mesfin
Felicia abyssinica var. neghelliensis (Cufod.) Mesfin

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Felicia abyssinica has small, blue, daisy-like flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green with a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Felicia abyssinica is a perennial plant that is best propagated by seed. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers a well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Felicia abyssinica

Felicia abyssinica is native to Africa. It can be found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Felicia abyssinica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Felicia abyssinica?

Felicia abyssinica

What is the common name of Felicia abyssinica?

African Daisy

What type of plant is Felicia abyssinica?

Asteraceae

Species in the Felicia genus

Felicia deserti, Felicia namaquana, Felicia ovata, Felicia bergeriana, Felicia grantii, Felicia diffusa, Felicia boehmii, Felicia hirsuta, Felicia whitehillensis, Felicia westiae, Felicia comptonii, Felicia denticulata, Felicia mossamedensis, Felicia filifolia, Felicia cymbalarioides, Felicia serrata, Felicia anthemidodes, Felicia fruticosa, Felicia dregei, Felicia bechuanica, Felicia bampsiana, Felicia uliginosa, Felicia linifolia, Felicia stenophylla, Felicia petiolata, Felicia bergeriana, Felicia annectens, Felicia elongata, Felicia linearis, Felicia puberula, Felicia ebracteata, Felicia hyssopifolia, Felicia amoena, Felicia echinata, Felicia merxmuelleri, Felicia tenella, Felicia aculeata, Felicia dubia, Felicia bellidioides, Felicia rogersii, Felicia caespitosa, Felicia fascicularis, Felicia esterhuyseniae, Felicia smaragdina, Felicia clavipilosa, Felicia hirta, Felicia cana, Felicia nigrescens, Felicia canaliculata, Felicia ericifolia,

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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