Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
bidens
ID:
61989

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thunb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1800

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Pl. Cap. 2: 166 (1800)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000061318



Common Names

  • African Daisy
  • Blue-eyed Daisy
  • African Marguerite


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Synonyms

  • Osteospermum ephedroides DC. [unknown]
  • Senecio striatus Thunb. [unknown]

Description

Osteospermum bidens (also called Two-Toothed Osteospermum, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody base and its leaves are ovate to lanceolate. It grows in dry, sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Osteospermum bidens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Osteospermum bidens is yellow and daisy-like. It has a single row of petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Osteospermum bidens is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It can be propagated from seed or division. Sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. The seeds should germinate in 2-3 weeks. Transplant the seedlings into individual pots when they are large enough to handle. Provide full sun to partial shade and water regularly.

Where to Find Osteospermum bidens

Osteospermum bidens can be found in the Mediterranean region, in areas such as Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.

Osteospermum bidens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Osteospermum bidens?

Osteospermum bidens

What is the common name of Osteospermum bidens?

Two-toothed Osteospermum

What is the natural habitat of Osteospermum bidens?

Dry, rocky slopes in the western United States

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