Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lichtensteinii
ID:
76369

Status:
valid

Authors:
Less.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Syn. Gen. Compos. : 50 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000075698



Common Names

  • Lichtenstein's Gazania
  • Lichtenstein's African Daisy
  • Lichtenstein's Gazania


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Synonyms

  • Meridiana lichtensteinii Kuntze [unknown]
  • Mussinia pusilla Licht. ex Less. [unknown]
  • Gazania araneosa DC. [unknown]

Description

Gazania lichtensteinii (also called Lichtenstein's Gazania, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial with yellow and orange flowers that can reach up to 30 cm in height. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry meadows and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Gazania lichtensteinii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gazania lichtensteinii has bright yellow daisy-like flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gazania lichtensteinii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize lightly. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage new blooms.

Where to Find Gazania lichtensteinii

Gazania lichtensteinii can be found in the Mediterranean region, in parts of Africa, and in parts of Asia.

Gazania lichtensteinii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gazania lichtensteinii?

Gazania lichtensteinii

What type of plant is Gazania lichtensteinii?

A perennial herb

What is the natural habitat of Gazania lichtensteinii?

Grassy slopes and meadows

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