Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
viridifolia
ID:
93179

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) Sch.Bip.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Flora 27(2): 780 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000092508



Common Names

  • Gerbera Daisy
  • Transvaal Daisy
  • African Daisy


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Description

Gerbera viridifolia (also called Green-Leaf Gerbera, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It has a single stem that grows up to 1 m tall, with ovate leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in open grasslands, savannas, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Gerbera viridifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Gerbera viridifolia sub. viridifolia
Gerbera viridifolia sub. natalensis (Sch.Bip.) H.V.Hansen

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gerbera viridifolia has bright yellow flowers with a distinctive orange center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gerbera viridifolia is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in a sunny location. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring and divisions can be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Gerbera viridifolia

Gerbera viridifolia is native to the tropical regions of Africa.

Gerbera viridifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gerbera viridifolia?

Gerbera viridifolia

What is the common name of Gerbera viridifolia?

Greenleaf Gerbera

What is the natural habitat of Gerbera viridifolia?

Grasslands, woodlands, and scrublands

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-48746: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.