Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
grandiflorus
ID:
29940

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Thunb.) Källersjö

Source:
gcc

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 96(4): 313 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000029269



Common Names

  • Oncosiphon Grandiflorus
  • Large-Flowered Oncosiphon
  • Large-Flowered Cotton-Thistle


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Synonyms

  • Cotula tripinnata Thunb. [unknown]
  • Tanacetum grandiflorum Thunb. [unknown]
  • Pentzia grandiflora Hutch. [unknown]
  • Cenocline grandiflora K.Koch [unknown]
  • Matricaria grandiflora (Thunb.) Fenzl ex Harv. [unknown]

Description

Oncosiphon grandiflorus (also called Cape Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a thick stem and large, white, daisy-like flowers. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is often found in coastal regions.

Uses & Benefits

Oncosiphon grandiflorus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye for fabrics. It is also known for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oncosiphon grandiflorus is a white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oncosiphon grandiflorus is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and treated with a rooting hormone before planting in a well-draining soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Oncosiphon grandiflorus

Oncosiphon grandiflorus is native to South Africa and can be found in the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces.

Oncosiphon grandiflorus FAQ

What is the common name of Oncosiphon grandiflorus?

Large-flowered Oncosiphon

What is the natural habitat of Oncosiphon grandiflorus?

It is native to South Africa and is found in the fynbos and renosterveld vegetation types.

What are the uses of Oncosiphon grandiflorus?

It is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

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-128288: Based on the initial data import
Carl Peter Thunberg (1743-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thunb.' in the authors string.
Mari Källersjö (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Källersjö' in the authors string.