Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
africanus
ID:
66370

Status:
valid

Authors:
(P.J.Bergius) Källersjö

Source:
gcc

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 96(4): 312 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000065699



Common Names

  • African Oncosiphon
  • African Cotton-Thistle
  • African Cotton-Thistle


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Description

Oncosiphon africanus (also called African Oncosiphon, among many other common names) is an annual plant of the family Asteraceae. It is native to the temperate regions of Africa, and can be found in dry, rocky habitats such as hillsides and cliffs. It has small white flowers and narrow, lance-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Oncosiphon africanus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It has a wide variety of medicinal uses, including treating digestive problems, skin diseases, and respiratory ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oncosiphon africanus is a yellow-green disc-shaped flower head, with many yellow ray florets around the edge. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oncosiphon africanus is a perennial herb that is propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Oncosiphon africanus

Oncosiphon africanus is native to South Africa. It can be found in the grasslands and open woodlands of the Cape Floristic Region.

Oncosiphon africanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oncosiphon africanus?

Oncosiphon africanus

What is the common name of Oncosiphon africanus?

African Oncosiphon

What is the native range of Oncosiphon africanus?

Africa

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-22601: Based on the initial data import
Mari Källersjö (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Källersjö' in the authors string.
Peter Jonas Bergius (1730-1790): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.Bergius' in the authors string.