Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
paradoxa
ID:
138779

Status:
valid

Authors:
Less.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 5: 252 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000138108



Common Names

  • Oldenburgia Paradoxa
  • Oldenburgia
  • Paradoxa


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Description

Oldenburgia paradoxa (also called Paradox Oldenburgia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It grows up to 0.5 m tall and has small, white flowers. It is found in grasslands and meadows and prefers moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Oldenburgia paradoxa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, coughs, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oldenburgia paradoxa is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedling is a small rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oldenburgia paradoxa is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-10.

Where to Find Oldenburgia paradoxa

Oldenburgia paradoxa is native to South Africa and can be found in dry, rocky areas. It is often found on hillsides and in open woodlands.

Oldenburgia paradoxa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oldenburgia paradoxa?

Oldenburgia paradoxa

What is the common name of Oldenburgia paradoxa?

Paradox Oldenburgia

What is the habitat of Oldenburgia paradoxa?

Rocky areas

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