Status:
valid
Authors:
Baill.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1882
Citation Micro:
Hist. Pl. 8: 97 (1882)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000011999
Common Names
- Oldenburgia grandis
- Grand Oldenburgia
- Large Oldenburgia
Synonyms
- Oldenburgia arbuscula DC. [unknown]
- Arnica grandis Thunb. [unknown]
Description
Oldenburgia grandis (also called grand oldenburgia, among many other common names) is a shrub with small, oval leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to South Africa and grows in dry, rocky soils.
Uses & Benefits
Oldenburgia grandis is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It has anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antiviral properties. It is also used to treat skin diseases, fever, and colds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Oldenburgia grandis has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Oldenburgia grandis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division in the spring. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate poor soils. It can be propagated by seed, but the seed should be sown in the fall for best results.
Where to Find Oldenburgia grandis
Oldenburgia grandis is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands, woodlands, and rocky areas.
Oldenburgia grandis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oldenburgia grandis?
Oldenburgia grandis
What is the common name of Oldenburgia grandis?
Large-flowered oldenburgea
What is the habitat of Oldenburgia grandis?
It is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.
Species in the Oldenburgia 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,