Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
rigidum
ID:
32298

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aiton

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:
Ait. Hort. Kew. ed. I. iii. 275.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000031627



Common Names

  • Rigid Osteospermum
  • Osteospermum
  • African Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Osteospermum subauritum DC. [unknown]
  • Tripteris rogersii S.Moore [unknown]
  • Osteospermum trigonospermum DC. [unknown]
  • Osteospermum squarrosum Harv. [unknown]
  • Osteospermum rigidum rigidum [unknown]
  • Osteospermum asperum Less. [unknown]
  • Osteospermum plebeium DC. [unknown]
  • Calendula aspera Thunb. [unknown]

Description

Osteospermum rigidum (also called Rigid African Daisy, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial flowering plant native to South Africa. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands, and prefers well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Osteospermum rigidum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its flowers are used in dried flower arrangements. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Osteospermum rigidum var. elegans (Bolus) Norl.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Osteospermum rigidum is a daisy-like flower with white petals and yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Osteospermum rigidum is a perennial flowering plant that is native to South Africa. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from cuttings. It requires full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in the spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from healthy, non-flowering stems. The cuttings should be planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, bright location. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into individual pots or into the garden.

Where to Find Osteospermum rigidum

Osteospermum rigidum is found in South Africa.

Osteospermum rigidum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Osteospermum rigidum?

Osteospermum rigidum

What is the common name of Osteospermum rigidum?

Rigid African Daisy

What is the hardiness zone of Osteospermum rigidum?

9-11

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 Aiton (1731-1793): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aiton' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:235877-1: Based on the initial data import