Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
burkittii
ID:
68063

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) P.S.Short

Source:
gcc

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Muelleria 7(1): 113 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000067392



Common Names

  • Lemooria Burkittii
  • Burkitt's Lemooria
  • Burkitt Lemooria


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Synonyms

  • Gnephosis burkittii Benth. [unknown]
  • Angianthus burkittii J.M.Black [unknown]

Description

Lemooria burkittii (also called African Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that is native to the African continent. It has a basal rosette of leaves and has white daisy-like flowers. It typically grows in open grasslands, woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lemooria burkittii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lemooria burkittii has small, yellow flowers with yellow centers and white petals. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lemooria burkittii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in early spring in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Plants should be grown in full sun and given regular watering.

Where to Find Lemooria burkittii

Lemooria burkittii is native to Africa and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and pastures.

Lemooria burkittii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lemooria burkittii?

Lemooria burkittii

What is the common name of Lemooria burkittii?

Burkitt's Lemooria

What is the family of Lemooria burkittii?

Asteraceae

Species in the Lemooria genus

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-24262: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Philip Sydney Short (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.S.Short' in the authors string.