Jacobaea othonnae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
othonnae
ID:
4873
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.A.Mey.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1831
Citation Micro:
Verz. Pfl. Casp. Meer. : 81 (1831)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000004202
Common Names
- Othonna's Jacobaea
- Jacobaea
- Othonna's
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Jacobaea othonnae (also called 'Othonna's Ragwort', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves, and produces yellow flower heads with a diameter of 1–2 cm. It grows in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Jacobaea othonnae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases. It is also used as a food source for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Jacobaea othonnae is a yellow-orange color and has a single head. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Jacobaea othonnae is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. To propagate by division, divide the plant in the spring or fall and replant the divisions in their permanent location. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a cold frame in the spring and cover lightly with soil. Keep the soil moist and the seeds should germinate within a few weeks. Transplant the seedlings to their permanent location in the garden when they are large enough to handle.
Where to Find Jacobaea othonnae
Jacobaea othonnae can be found in the United Kingdom, Ireland, and parts of Europe.
Jacobaea othonnae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Jacobaea othonnae?
Jacobaea othonnae
What type of plant is Jacobaea othonnae?
It is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family.
Where is Jacobaea othonnae found?
It is found in the Canary Islands.
Species in the Jacobaea genus
Jacobaea othonnae, Jacobaea incana, Jacobaea ambracea, Jacobaea paludosa, Jacobaea inops, Jacobaea borysthenica, Jacobaea mollis, Jacobaea carniolica, Jacobaea candida, Jacobaea auricula, Jacobaea abrotanifolia, Jacobaea vulgaris, Jacobaea raphanifolia, Jacobaea analoga, Jacobaea tibetica, Jacobaea ornata, Jacobaea aquatica, Jacobaea alpina, Jacobaea adonidifolia, Jacobaea nudicaulis, Jacobaea mouterdei, Jacobaea erratica, Jacobaea arnautorum, Jacobaea persoonii, Jacobaea gigantea, Jacobaea buschiana, Jacobaea lycopifolia, Jacobaea boissieri, Jacobaea maritima, Jacobaea korshinskyi, Jacobaea trapezuntina, Jacobaea uniflora, Jacobaea gibbosa, Jacobaea sandrasica, Jacobaea minuta, Jacobaea gallerandiana, Jacobaea subalpina, Jacobaea delphiniifolia, Jacobaea cannabifolia, Jacobaea ferganensis, Jacobaea schischkiniana, Jacobaea erucifolia, Jacobaea leucophylla, Jacobaea renardii, Jacobaea multibracteolata, Jacobaea maroccana, Jacobaea arenaria, Jacobaea cilicia, Jacobaea andrzejowskyi, Jacobaea ambigua,
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-104048: Based on the initial data import
Carl Anton von Meyer (1795-1855): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.A.Mey.' in the authors string.