Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
elongata
ID:
126386

Status:
valid

Authors:
Alston

Source:
gcc

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1925: 364 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000125715



Common Names

  • Geyeria
  • Geyeria Elongata
  • Geyeria Longifolia


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Description

Geigeria elongata (also called African Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a woody base. It is native to South Africa and grows in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed sites.

Uses & Benefits

Geigeria elongata has been used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. It is also used as a natural dye and in cosmetics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Geigeria elongata has small, yellow flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are thin and have small, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Geigeria elongata is a fast-growing, low-maintenance perennial that is easy to propagate. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. To propagate from cuttings, take 4-6 inch cuttings from the tips of the stems and remove the lower leaves. Dip the cuttings in rooting hormone and place in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root in 4-6 weeks.

Where to Find Geigeria elongata

Geigeria elongata is native to South Africa. It can be found in rocky areas, such as cliffs and mountainsides. It prefers dry, well-drained soils.

Geigeria elongata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Geigeria elongata?

Geigeria elongata

What is the common name of Geigeria elongata?

Elongated Geigeria

What is the natural habitat of Geigeria elongata?

Dry, open areas such as grasslands, chaparral, and woodlands

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