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
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.
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,