Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
capense
ID:
17636

Status:
valid

Authors:
Druce

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000016965



Common Names

  • Oedera capense
  • Capense Oedera
  • Capense Daisy


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Description

Oedera capense (also called Cape Oedera, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has white flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It grows in moist, sandy soils and is commonly found in meadows, pastures, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Oedera capense has been used to treat skin conditions, such as eczema and psoriasis. It can also be used as a natural dye for fabrics and as an insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oedera capense has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oedera capense is a perennial herb that prefers moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into small clumps and replanted in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Oedera capense

Oedera capense can be found in South Africa.

Oedera capense FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Oedera capense?

Oedera capense is native to the Mediterranean region.

What type of soil does Oedera capense prefer?

Oedera capense prefers well-drained, sandy soil.

How much sunlight does Oedera capense need?

Oedera capense needs full sun to partial shade.

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-116416: Based on the initial data import
George Claridge Druce (1850-1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Druce' in the authors string.