Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
burchellii
ID:
8436

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.f.) B.Nord.

Source:
gcc

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Compositae Newslett. 44: 45 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000007765



Common Names

  • Oligocarpus Burchellii
  • Burchell's Oligocarpus
  • Burchell's False Daisy


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Description

Oligocarpus burchellii (also called Burchell's Oligocarpus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has long, narrow leaves and small white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky areas and on coastal cliffs.

Uses & Benefits

Oligocarpus burchellii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oligocarpus burchellii is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, thin, green stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oligocarpus burchellii is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It is a low-growing plant with small, white flowers. It prefers dry, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame or in a sheltered spot outdoors. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Oligocarpus burchellii

Oligocarpus burchellii is native to South Africa and can be found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Oligocarpus burchellii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oligocarpus burchellii?

Oligocarpus burchellii

What is the family of Oligocarpus burchellii?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Oligocarpus burchellii?

Burchell's Oligocarpus

Species in the Oligocarpus 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-107506: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Bertil Nordenstam (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Nord.' in the authors string.