Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
fruticosum
ID:
85249

Status:
valid

Authors:
Less.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Syn. Gen. Compos. : 263 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000084578



Common Names

  • Shrubby Gonospermum
  • Gonospermum Fruticosum
  • Shrubby Starburst


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Synonyms

  • Gonospermum multiflorum DC. [unknown]

Description

Gonospermum fruticosum (also called 'Wild Dagga' and 'Klipspringer Bush', among many other common names) is a shrub native to South Africa. It has small, white flowers and grows in grasslands and dry savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Gonospermum fruticosum is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gonospermum fruticosum is a yellow, star-shaped flower with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is a small, round, black seed, about 1 mm in diameter. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a few basal leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gonospermum fruticosum is a shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and Asia. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°C (32°F). It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Gonospermum fruticosum

Gonospermum fruticosum is native to Africa and can be found in Ethiopia, Kenya, and Somalia.

Gonospermum fruticosum FAQ

What are the growing requirements of Gonospermum fruticosum?

Gonospermum fruticosum requires full sun to partial shade, well-drained soil, and regular watering.

What type of soil is best for Gonospermum fruticosum?

Gonospermum fruticosum prefers a sandy, loamy soil with good drainage.

How often should Gonospermum fruticosum be watered?

Gonospermum fruticosum should be watered regularly, but not too often, to avoid overwatering.

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