Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
burchellii
ID:
1319340

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


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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.

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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 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

Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Anthony R. Magee: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Magee' in the authors string.