Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
ilicifolium
ID:
33986

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1759

Citation Micro:
Syst. Nat. ed. 10 2: 1234 (1759)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000033315



Common Names

  • Osteospermum ilicifolium
  • Ivy-Leaved Daisy
  • Hedge Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Gibbaria ilicifolia (L.) Norl. [unknown]
  • Nephrotheca ilicifolia (L.) B.Nord. & Källersjö [unknown]

Description

Osteospermum ilicifolium (also called Ilicifolium Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with tall, slender stems and purple flowers that bloom in the summer. It is native to South Africa and is found in moist, sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Osteospermum ilicifolium is a drought-tolerant plant that is used in landscaping and gardening. It is also used to attract butterflies and other beneficial insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Osteospermum ilicifolium is a small, white, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a short, stiff, bristly pappus. The seedlings are small, with a single, narrow, pointed leaf and a small, white, daisy-like flower.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Osteospermum ilicifolium is a perennial plant native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Osteospermum ilicifolium

Osteospermum ilicifolium can be found in the coastal and sub-coastal regions of South Africa.

Osteospermum ilicifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Osteospermum ilicifolium?

Osteospermum ilicifolium

What is the common name of Osteospermum ilicifolium?

Holly-leaved Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Osteospermum ilicifolium?

Dry, sandy soils

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,