Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
schenckii
ID:
131560

Status:
valid

Authors:
O.Hoffm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier 2: 216 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000130889



Common Names

  • Gazania schenckii
  • Schenck's Gazania
  • Schenck's Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Gazania suffruticosa Muschl. [unknown]
  • Gazania aculeata Muschl. ex Dinter [unknown]

Description

Gazania schenckii (also called 'Schenck's gazania', among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South Africa. It has yellow daisy-like flowers and grows to a height of up to 30 cm. It is found in grasslands, disturbed areas, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Gazania schenckii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a medicinal plant for treating digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Gazania schenckii are small, yellow and daisy-like, with numerous petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gazania schenckii is an evergreen perennial that can be propagated from seed or from division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Gazania schenckii

Gazania schenckii is native to South Africa. It can be found in moist meadows and along stream banks.

Gazania schenckii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gazania schenckii?

Gazania schenckii

What is the common name of Gazania schenckii?

Schenck's Gazania

Where is Gazania schenckii native to?

South Africa

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