Osteospermum hirsutum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hirsutum
ID:
61765
Status:
valid
Authors:
Thunb.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1800
Citation Micro:
Prodr. Pl. Cap. 2: 166 (1800)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000061094
Common Names
- African Daisy
- Hairy Daisy
- Blue-Eyed Daisy
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Osteospermum hirsutum (also called Hairy Osteospermum, among many other common names) is an annual herb with white flowers. It is native to Africa and is found in grasslands, woodlands and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Osteospermum hirsutum is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and flower beds. It has bright yellow flowers that attract bees and other pollinators. It is also drought-tolerant and can be used as a ground cover in dry areas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Osteospermum hirsutum is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a white pappus. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Osteospermum hirsutum is a low-growing, spreading perennial native to South Africa. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or division of the root clumps.
Where to Find Osteospermum hirsutum
Osteospermum hirsutum is native to South Africa. It can be found in open woodlands, grasslands, and coastal cliffs.
Osteospermum hirsutum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Osteospermum hirsutum?
Osteospermum hirsutum
What is the common name of Osteospermum hirsutum?
Hairy Daisy
What is the natural habitat of Osteospermum hirsutum?
It is found in dry, sandy soils in South Africa
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-18119: Based on the initial data import
Carl Peter Thunberg (1743-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thunb.' in the authors string.