Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
personata
ID:
95801

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1759

Citation Micro:
Syst. Nat. ed. 10 2: 1229 (1759)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000095130



Common Names

  • Personata Gorteria
  • Personata Daisy
  • Gorteria Personata


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Description

Gorteria personata (also called Gorter's Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herb with a single stem that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to South Africa and is found in sandy soils in open grassland.

Uses & Benefits

Gorteria personata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a source of firewood and for medicinal purposes. The plant is used to treat skin diseases, wounds, and stomach ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Gorteria personata sub. personata

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gorteria personata is a small, yellow-green flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gorteria personata is an annual or short-lived perennial that is native to South Africa. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or summer. It can also be propagated by division in spring.

Where to Find Gorteria personata

Gorteria personata can be found in the grasslands of South Africa.

Gorteria personata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gorteria personata?

Gorteria personata

What is the common name of Gorteria personata?

Personate Gorteria

What is the natural habitat of Gorteria personata?

It is native to South Africa and grows in grasslands and open 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,

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