Status:
valid
Authors:
(DC.) Magee
Source:
ipni
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
S. African J. Bot. 77(1): 252 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001331794
Common Names
- Foveolina Burchellii
- Burchellii Daisy
- Foveolina Daisy
Description
Foveolina burchellii (also called Burchell's Foveolina, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is an annual herb with a basal rosette of leaves, and can grow up to 10 cm tall. It is native to South Africa and is found in grassland and scrub habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Foveolina burchellii is used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive problems, skin diseases, and respiratory ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Foveolina burchellii is a yellow daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Foveolina burchellii is a perennial herb that grows in dry, rocky soils. It is propagated by seed, which should be sown in the spring in well-drained soil. The seedlings should be kept in a sunny location and watered regularly. The plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart.
Where to Find Foveolina burchellii
Foveolina burchellii can be found in the grasslands of the Brazilian Cerrado.
Foveolina burchellii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Foveolina burchellii?
Foveolina burchellii
What is the common name of Foveolina burchellii?
No common name
What is the natural habitat of Foveolina burchellii?
Dry, rocky slopes in the Andes Mountains
Species in the Foveolina genus
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
Anthony R. Magee: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Magee' in the authors string.