Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
diffusa
ID:
6703

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) Grau

Source:
gcc

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Mitt. Bot. Staatssamml. München 9: 534 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000006032



Common Names

  • Felicia diffusa
  • Diffuse Felicia
  • Diffused Felicia


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Description

Felicia diffusa (also called Diffuse Felicia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It grows to a height of about 30 cm and has yellow flowers. Its leaves are finely divided and have a greyish-green colour. It is found in dry grasslands, scrub and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Felicia diffusa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Felicia diffusa sub. diffusa
Felicia diffusa sub. khamiesbergensis Grau

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Felicia diffusa has small purple flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Felicia diffusa is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize lightly. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Felicia diffusa

Felicia diffusa is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Felicia diffusa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Felicia diffusa?

Felicia diffusa

What are the common uses of Felicia diffusa?

Felicia diffusa is used as an ornamental plant.

What is the growth rate of Felicia diffusa?

The growth rate of Felicia diffusa is slow to moderate.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-105807: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Jürke Grau (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Grau' in the authors string.