Status:
valid
Authors:
Grau
Source:
gcc
Year:
1973
Citation Micro:
Mitt. Bot. Staatssamml. München 9: 316 (1973)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000064841
Common Names
- Felicia
- Esterhuyseniae
- Esterhuysen's Felicia
Description
Felicia esterhuyseniae (also called Esterhuysen's felicia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to South Africa, and is found in dry, sandy soils, such as roadsides and fields.
Uses & Benefits
Felicia esterhuyseniae is a popular ornamental plant that can be used in gardens and landscapes. It is also known for its medicinal properties and can be used to treat fever, headaches, and digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Felicia esterhuyseniae is yellow and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, oblong and dark brown in color. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Felicia esterhuyseniae is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It is a low-growing, clump-forming plant with attractive, glossy, light green foliage. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings, and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and is drought tolerant once established. It is also tolerant of light frost.
Where to Find Felicia esterhuyseniae
Felicia esterhuyseniae can be found in the Western Cape province of South Africa.
Felicia esterhuyseniae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Felicia esterhuyseniae?
Felicia esterhuyseniae
What is the common name of Felicia esterhuyseniae?
Esterhuysen's Felicia
Where is Felicia esterhuyseniae found?
Felicia esterhuyseniae is found in South Africa
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,