Osteospermum pinnatilobatum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pinnatilobatum
ID:
57737
Status:
valid
Authors:
Norl.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1943
Citation Micro:
Stud. Calenduleae i. 302 (1943).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000057066
Common Names
- Pinnatilobatum
- Osteospermum pinnatilobatum
- Pinnate-lobed African Daisy
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- Tripteris pinnatilobata (Norl.) B.Nord. [unknown]
Description
Osteospermum pinnatilobatum (also called Pinnatilobate Osteospermum, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is native to South Africa and is found in grasslands, meadows and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Osteospermum pinnatilobatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make herbal teas which can help reduce fatigue and improve immunity.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Osteospermum pinnatilobatum has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have two pairs of leaves.
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Osteospermum pinnatilobatum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a rooting hormone before being planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, bright spot.
Where to Find Osteospermum pinnatilobatum
Osteospermum pinnatilobatum can be found in the grasslands of South Africa.
Osteospermum pinnatilobatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Osteospermum pinnatilobatum?
Osteospermum pinnatilobatum
What is the common name of Osteospermum pinnatilobatum?
African Daisy
What is the natural habitat of Osteospermum pinnatilobatum?
It is native to South Africa.
What is the flowering season of Osteospermum pinnatilobatum?
It flowers from July to October.
What is the growth habit of Osteospermum pinnatilobatum?
It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m in height.
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
Nils Tycho Norlindh (1906-1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Norl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:235860-1: Based on the initial data import