Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
diversifolia
ID:
14013

Status:
valid

Authors:
Humbert

Source:
gcc

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Compos. Madagascar 151, 307 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000013342



Common Names

  • Common Gerbera
  • Diversifolia Gerbera
  • Gerbera Diversifolia


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Synonyms

  • Gerbera diversifolia diversifolia [unknown]

Description

Gerbera diversifolia (also called Transvaal Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 60 cm tall. It is native to South Africa. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Gerbera diversifolia is used in gardens as an ornamental plant due to its attractive flowers and foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Gerbera diversifolia are large and brightly colored. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gerbera diversifolia is a tender perennial that can be propagated by division in spring or early summer. It can also be grown from seed, sown in spring or autumn. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Gerbera diversifolia

Gerbera diversifolia is native to South Africa and can be found in the provinces of Eastern Cape, Free State, Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, and Northern Cape.

Gerbera diversifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gerbera diversifolia?

Gerbera diversifolia

What is the natural habitat of Gerbera diversifolia?

Gerbera diversifolia is native to South Africa

What type of soil does Gerbera diversifolia prefer?

Gerbera diversifolia prefers well-drained soil

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