Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1838
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 7(1): 12 (1838)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000069757
Common Names
- Oldenburgia Papionum
- Papionum Oldenburgia
- Papionum's Oldenburgia
Description
Oldenburgia papionum (also called African Daisy, African Daisy Bush, and African Daisy Tree, among many other common names) is a shrub native to southern Africa. It has white flowers with yellow centers and can reach heights of up to 2 meters. It typically grows in dry, open areas such as savannas and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Oldenburgia papionum has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as well as for medicinal purposes. It has been used to treat skin conditions, as well as to reduce inflammation and pain.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Oldenburgia papionum has small, white flowers that are clustered in a head-like structure. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have bright green, finely divided leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Oldenburgia papionum is a shrub that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade.
Where to Find Oldenburgia papionum
Oldenburgia papionum is found in the grasslands of South Africa.
Oldenburgia papionum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oldenburgia papionum?
Oldenburgia papionum
What are the common names of Oldenburgia papionum?
Cape Daisy
What type of plant is Oldenburgia papionum?
Perennial
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,