Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
asperulum
ID:
10920

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) Norl.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
Bot. Not. 1933, 170

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000010249



Common Names

  • Osteospermum asperulum
  • Rough Osteospermum
  • Rough-Osteospermum


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Synonyms

  • Osteospermum coriaceum asperulum DC. [unknown]

Description

Osteospermum asperulum (also called Rough Osteospermum, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South Africa. It has lanceolate leaves and grows in dry, sandy soils. It is often found in meadows, pastures, and other grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Osteospermum asperulum is a drought-tolerant plant that is often used as a ground cover in gardens. It is also used as an ornamental plant and can be used to attract bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Osteospermum asperulum has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Osteospermum asperulum is an evergreen perennial that can be propagated by division in the spring. It prefers a sunny location in well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. It can also be propagated by seed, but it is not recommended as the seedlings may not be true to the parent plant.

Where to Find Osteospermum asperulum

Osteospermum asperulum is native to South Africa. It can be found in grasslands, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Osteospermum asperulum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Osteospermum asperulum?

Osteospermum asperulum

What is the common name of Osteospermum asperulum?

Rough-leaved daisy

What is the natural habitat of Osteospermum asperulum?

Grassy areas, meadows, and disturbed habitats

Species in the Osteospermum genus

Osteospermum spinosum, Osteospermum leptolobum, Osteospermum pinnatum, Osteospermum calendulaceum, Osteospermum junceum, Osteospermum rotundifolium, Osteospermum spathulatum, Osteospermum crassifolium, Osteospermum asperulum, Osteospermum rosulatum, Osteospermum pterigoideum, Osteospermum sinuatum, Osteospermum nervosum, Osteospermum angolense, Osteospermum burttianum, Osteospermum attenuatum, Osteospermum montanum, Osteospermum subulatum, Osteospermum vaillantii, Osteospermum muricatum, Osteospermum triquetrum, Osteospermum rigidum, Osteospermum monocephalum, Osteospermum spinescens, Osteospermum ilicifolium, Osteospermum polycephalum, Osteospermum corymbosum, Osteospermum grandidentatum, Osteospermum auriculatum, Osteospermum polygaloides, Osteospermum scariosum, Osteospermum corymbosum, Osteospermum polygaloides, Osteospermum pinnatilobatum, Osteospermum breviradiatum, Osteospermum acanthospermum, Osteospermum grandiflorum, Osteospermum australe, Osteospermum hirsutum, Osteospermum bidens, Osteospermum amplectens, Osteospermum spinescens, Osteospermum tomentosum, Osteospermum bolusii, Osteospermum microcarpum, Osteospermum hafstroemii, Osteospermum ciliatum, Osteospermum rigidum, Osteospermum imbricatum, Osteospermum lanceolatum,

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-109922: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Nils Tycho Norlindh (1906-1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Norl.' in the authors string.