Status:
valid
Authors:
Schweinf. & Muschl.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1911
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 45(4): 430 (1911)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000043027
Common Names
- Lifago dielsii
- Diels' Lifago
- Diels' Goldenbush
Synonyms
- Niclouxia saharae Batt. [unknown]
Description
Lifago dielsii (also called 'Diels' Lifago', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem and white flowers. It grows in dry grasslands and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Lifago dielsii is a medicinal plant that has been used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, inflammation, and digestive issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lifago dielsii has yellow flowers with five petals and small, black seeds. The seedlings have long, thin leaves and a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lifago dielsii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soils. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Lifago dielsii
Lifago dielsii is native to South Africa and can be found in dry, rocky soils in open, sunny areas.
Lifago dielsii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lifago dielsii?
Lifago dielsii
What is the family of Lifago dielsii?
Asteraceae
What is the native range of Lifago dielsii?
Africa
Species in the Lifago 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,