Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
merxmuelleri
ID:
42703

Status:
valid

Authors:
Grau

Source:
gcc

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Mitt. Bot. Staatssamml. München 9: 554 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000042032

Common Names

  • Felicia Merxmuelleri
  • Merxmuelleri Felicia
  • Felicia

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Description

Felicia merxmuelleri (also called 'Merxmueller's Felicia', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, daisy-like flowers. It is native to South Africa and is found in rocky areas and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Felicia merxmuelleri is an ornamental plant used in gardens and landscaping. It has daisy-like flowers and is drought tolerant, making it a great choice for xeriscaping. It can also be used as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Felicia merxmuelleri is a white, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened disc. The seedlings are thin and have small, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Felicia merxmuelleri is a small perennial, usually growing up to 1m in height. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. The seeds should be kept moist and in a bright, indirect light. Once the seedlings have emerged, they can be transplanted into individual pots and grown in a sunny location. Division should be done in the spring or fall, when the plant is actively growing. The clumps should be divided into smaller sections and replanted in a well-draining, sandy soil mix. The divisions should be kept in a warm, humid environment and watered regularly. Once the divisions have rooted, they can be transplanted into individual pots and grown in a sunny location.

Where to Find Felicia merxmuelleri

Felicia merxmuelleri is native to South Africa and can be found in dry, rocky areas. It is typically found in the provinces of Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, and Limpopo.

Felicia merxmuelleri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Felicia merxmuelleri?

Felicia merxmuelleri

What type of plant is Felicia merxmuelleri?

It is an evergreen shrub

Where does Felicia merxmuelleri grow?

It grows 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-140651: Based on the initial data import
Jürke Grau (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Grau' in the authors string.