Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
krebsiana
ID:
41166

Status:
valid

Authors:
Less.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Syn. Gen. Compos. : 44 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000040495



Common Names

  • Krebs' Gazania
  • Krebs Gazania
  • Gazania Krebsiana


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Synonyms

  • Meridiana varians (DC.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Gazania krebsiana krebsiana [unknown]

Description

Gazania krebsiana (also called Krebs' Gazania, among many other common names) is an annual plant of the daisy family. It has yellow flower heads with a diameter of 1-2 cm and a yellow centre. It is native to South Africa and is found in grasslands, roadsides and cultivated fields.

Uses & Benefits

Gazania krebsiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Gazania krebsiana sub. arctotoides (Less.) Roessler
Gazania krebsiana sub. serrulata (DC.) Roessler
Gazania krebsiana sub. krebsiana

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gazania krebsiana has daisy-like flowers with yellow petals and dark centers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gazania krebsiana is a perennial flowering plant native to South Africa. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist. To propagate from cuttings, take a cutting from a mature plant and plant it in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light. The plant can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers a well-draining soil.

Where to Find Gazania krebsiana

Gazania krebsiana is native to South Africa and can be found in the wild in the Western Cape Province.

Gazania krebsiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gazania krebsiana?

Gazania krebsiana

What is the common name of Gazania krebsiana?

Krebs' Gazania

What is the natural habitat of Gazania krebsiana?

Gazania krebsiana is native to South Africa and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

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