Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
pinnatum
ID:
5597

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Thunb.) Norl.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1943

Citation Micro:
Stud. Calenduleae i. 191 (1943)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000004926



Common Names

  • Osteospermum pinnatum
  • African Daisy
  • Blue-Eyed Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Calendula pinnata Thunb. [unknown]
  • Chrysanthemum lidbeckioides Less. [unknown]
  • Dimorphotheca pinnata Harv. [unknown]
  • Acanthotheca pinnatisecta pinnatisecta [unknown]
  • Osteospermum pinnatum pinnatum [unknown]
  • Acanthotheca pinnatisecta DC. [unknown]

Description

Osteospermum pinnatum (also called Pinnate Osteospermum, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South Africa, typically found in dry, rocky areas. It has white daisy-like flowers with a yellow center and a white halo, and its leaves are dark green and pinnate.

Uses & Benefits

Osteospermum pinnatum is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a medicinal plant, with its leaves and flowers being used to treat a variety of ailments. It is also used as a food source, with its leaves and flowers being eaten raw or cooked.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Osteospermum pinnatum is a white daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Osteospermum pinnatum is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings should be taken in summer.

Where to Find Osteospermum pinnatum

Osteospermum pinnatum is native to South Africa and can be found in dry, rocky areas. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Osteospermum pinnatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Osteospermum pinnatum?

Osteospermum pinnatum

What is the common name of Osteospermum pinnatum?

Pin-headed Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Osteospermum pinnatum?

Grassland, scrub, and rocky slopes

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-104736: Based on the initial data import
Carl Peter Thunberg (1743-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thunb.' in the authors string.
Nils Tycho Norlindh (1906-1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Norl.' in the authors string.