Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
breviradiatum
ID:
59565

Status:
valid

Authors:
Norl.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1943

Citation Micro:
Stud. Calenduleae i. 345 (1943).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000058894



Common Names

  • Osteospermum breviradiatum
  • Breviradiatum Osteospermum
  • Short-rayed Osteospermum


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Synonyms

  • Tripteris breviradiata (Norl.) B.Nord. [unknown]
  • Norlindhia breviradiata (Norl.) B.Nord. [unknown]

Description

Osteospermum breviradiatum (also called 'African Daisy', 'Blue-eyed Daisy', 'Blue-eyed Daisy Bush', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It has linear leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in dry grasslands, open woodlands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Osteospermum breviradiatum is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Osteospermum breviradiatum has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Osteospermum breviradiatum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by taking cuttings from the stems and rooting them in a moist medium. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, it is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts.

Where to Find Osteospermum breviradiatum

Osteospermum breviradiatum is native to the western United States and Mexico.

Osteospermum breviradiatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Osteospermum breviradiatum?

Osteospermum breviradiatum

What is the common name of Osteospermum breviradiatum?

Short-rayed African Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Osteospermum breviradiatum?

It is native to South Africa and is found in grasslands, woodlands, and rocky outcrops.

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,