Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
monocephalum
ID:
32778

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Oliver & Hiern) Norl.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1943

Citation Micro:
Stud. Calenduleae i. 288 (1943)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000032107



Common Names

  • Osteospermum Monocephalum
  • One-headed Daisybush
  • One-headed Osteospermum


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Description

Osteospermum monocephalum (also called 'One-Headed Daisy', among many other common names) is an annual herb with narrow leaves and white flowers. It is native to South Africa and is found in disturbed areas and open fields.

Uses & Benefits

Osteospermum monocephalum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat skin conditions and respiratory ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Osteospermum monocephalum is a bright yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Osteospermum monocephalum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown from seed in spring, or divided in spring or autumn. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Osteospermum monocephalum

Osteospermum monocephalum is native to South Africa and can be found in the grasslands of the region.

Osteospermum monocephalum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Osteospermum monocephalum?

Osteospermum monocephalum

What is the common name of Osteospermum monocephalum?

African Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Osteospermum monocephalum?

It is native to South Africa and grows in 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,

References

William Philip Hiern (1839-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hiern' in the authors string.
Nils Tycho Norlindh (1906-1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Norl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:235840-1: Based on the initial data import