Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sylvicola
ID:
1328608

Status:
valid

Authors:
Johnson, N.R.Crouch & T.J.Edwards

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 186(4): 230 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341062



Common Names

  • Gerbera sylvicola
  • Sylvicola Gerbera
  • Gerbera


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Description

Gerbera sylvicola (also called Gerbera sylvicola, among many other common names) is a species of plant native to South Africa. It has small, white flowers with yellow centers. It grows in dry and sunny meadows and is found in the provinces of Eastern Cape and Western Cape.

Uses & Benefits

Gerbera sylvicola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gerbera sylvicola is a large, yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, rounded seed. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gerbera sylvicola is an herbaceous perennial that grows in moist, shady habitats. It should be grown in a well-draining soil mix and in partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks. Propagation is done through division of the root crown.

Where to Find Gerbera sylvicola

Gerbera sylvicola is native to Venezuela and can be found in the Venezuelan Andes.

Gerbera sylvicola FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Gerbera sylvicola?

Gerbera sylvicola prefers temperatures between 18-24°C.

What type of soil is best for Gerbera sylvicola?

Gerbera sylvicola prefers a well-draining, chunky, and slightly acidic soil.

How much light does Gerbera sylvicola need?

Gerbera sylvicola prefers bright, indirect light.

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

Trevor J. Edwards (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.J.Edwards' in the authors string.
Neil Robert Crouch (b.1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.R.Crouch' in the authors string.
Charles Johnson (1791-1880): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Johnson' in the authors string.