Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
steyniae
ID:
32869

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.Bolus) Anderb. & K.Bremer

Source:
gcc

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 78(4): 1071 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000032198



Common Names

  • Steyn's Oedera
  • Steyn's Daisy
  • Steyn's Fleabane


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Synonyms

  • Relhania steyniae L.Bolus [unknown]

Description

Oedera steyniae (also called Steyn's oedera, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It has a single stem with a few branches and can reach up to 1 m in height. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are yellow. It grows in open grasslands, rocky areas and coastal habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Oedera steyniae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oedera steyniae has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have a rosette of basal leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oedera steyniae is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Oedera steyniae

Oedera steyniae is native to South Africa. It can be found in rocky outcrops and grasslands.

Oedera steyniae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oedera steyniae?

Oedera steyniae

What type of plant is Oedera steyniae?

Herbaceous perennial

Where does Oedera steyniae grow?

It is native to South Africa

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-131135: Based on the initial data import
Arne A. Anderberg (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Anderb.' in the authors string.
Kåre Bremer (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Bremer' in the authors string.
Louisa Bolus (1877-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Bolus' in the authors string.