Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
scaposa
ID:
89844

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harv.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Fl. Cap. 3: 465 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000089173



Common Names

  • Scapose Haplocarpha
  • Scapose Daisy
  • Haplocarpha scaposa


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Synonyms

  • Arctotis scaposa O.Hoffm. [unknown]

Description

Haplocarpha scaposa (also called Scapose Haplocarpha, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woods. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Haplocarpha scaposa is used to treat fever, headaches, and sore throats. It is also believed to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, and is used to treat skin conditions, such as eczema and psoriasis.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Haplocarpha scaposa is yellow and has a diameter of about 2 cm. The seeds are black and have a diameter of about 1 mm. The seedlings are green and have a height of about 10 cm.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Haplocarpha scaposa is a perennial herb that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can be propagated by division or seed. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Haplocarpha scaposa

Haplocarpha scaposa is native to South Africa and is found in the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal provinces.

Haplocarpha scaposa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Haplocarpha scaposa?

Haplocarpha scaposa

What type of plant is Haplocarpha scaposa?

It is an annual herb

Where is Haplocarpha scaposa found?

It is found in South Africa

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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