Status:
valid
Authors:
(Aiton) Bolus & Wolley-Dod ex Levyns
Source:
gcc
Year:
1950
Citation Micro:
Fl. Cape Penins. 770. 1950
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000114293
Common Names
- Felicia cymbalariae
- Blue Daisy
- Trailing Daisy
Synonyms
- Munychia cymbalariae cymbalariae [unknown]
- Aster cymbalariae cymbalariae [unknown]
- Munychia cymbalariae microcephala DC. [unknown]
- Aster oppositifolius L. [unknown]
Description
Felicia cymbalariae (also called Blue Marguerite, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has small, bright blue flowers and is usually found in rocky areas and on grassy slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Felicia cymbalariae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for wildlife.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Felicia cymbalariae sub. ionops (Harv.) Grau
Felicia cymbalariae sub. cymbalariae
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Felicia cymbalariae is a small, blue flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Felicia cymbalariae is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F). It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer once a month.
Where to Find Felicia cymbalariae
Felicia cymbalariae is native to South Africa and is found in open, sunny areas such as meadows, pastures, and roadsides.
Felicia cymbalariae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Felicia cymbalariae?
Felicia cymbalariae
What is the family of Felicia cymbalariae?
Asteraceae
What is the natural habitat of Felicia cymbalariae?
It is native to the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.
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,