Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
montanum
ID:
19095

Status:
valid

Authors:
Klatt

Source:
gcc

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier 3(8): 432. 1895 [Aug 1895]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000018424



Common Names

  • Montanum Osteospermum
  • Osteospermum Montanum
  • Montanum African Daisy


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Description

Osteospermum montanum (also called Mountain Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual plant with white flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It is native to Europe and grows in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Osteospermum montanum is a flowering plant that is often used in ornamental gardens. It is known for its bright pink flowers and its long flowering season. It is also used medicinally, with its leaves and flowers being used to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Osteospermum montanum is yellow and has a diameter of 2 cm. The seed is small, black and has a diameter of 0.5 cm. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Osteospermum montanum is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Osteospermum montanum

Osteospermum montanum can be found in the mountainous regions of South Africa.

Osteospermum montanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Osteospermum montanum?

Osteospermum montanum

What is the family of Osteospermum montanum?

Asteraceae

What is the distribution of Osteospermum montanum?

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