Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
feuereri
ID:
82135

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 65: 65 (-66), fig (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000081464



Common Names

  • Neocuatrecasia feuereri
  • Feuerer's Neocuatrecasia
  • Feuerer's False Sunflower


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Description

Neocuatrecasia feuereri (also called 'Feuer's Neocuatrecasia', 'Feuer's Daisy', 'Feuer's Star-thistle' among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It grows up to 0.5 m tall and has small, greyish-green leaves and small, yellow flower heads. It prefers sunny, dry habitats and is commonly found in grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Neocuatrecasia feuereri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a medicinal plant to treat fever, and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Neocuatrecasia feuereri is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single stem with two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neocuatrecasia feuereri is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that is native to South America. It grows in a clump and has small, white daisy-like flowers. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts.

Where to Find Neocuatrecasia feuereri

Neocuatrecasia feuereri is native to South Africa and can be found in the wild in the Western Cape, Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, and Free State provinces.

Neocuatrecasia feuereri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neocuatrecasia feuereri?

Neocuatrecasia feuereri

What is the common name of Neocuatrecasia feuereri?

Feuerer's Neocuatrecasia

What is the natural habitat of Neocuatrecasia feuereri?

Dry, rocky slopes and ridges

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-38009: Based on the initial data import
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.