Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
scariosum
ID:
42781

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 464 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000042110



Common Names

  • Scariosum Osteospermum
  • Scariosum Daisy
  • Scariosum African Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Osteospermum scariosum integrifolium (Harv.) Norl. [unknown]
  • Tripteris aghillana integrifolia Harv. [valid]
  • Tripteris glandulosa Turcz. [unknown]

Description

Osteospermum scariosum (also called Wild Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual plant that typically grows up to 2 feet tall and has small, daisy-like flowers. Its native range is the southeastern United States, and it is found in dry, open woods, prairies, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Osteospermum scariosum is an annual plant that is often used as an ornamental in gardens. It is also used as a source of food for bees and other pollinators. The flowers can be used to make a tea or as a medicinal herb.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Osteospermum scariosum sub. scariosum
Osteospermum scariosum sub. setiferum (DC.) Norl.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Osteospermum scariosum is a bright yellow color, with a dark center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Osteospermum scariosum is a perennial plant native to South Africa. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by division in spring or early summer. Seeds can be sown in spring or fall, but germination is slow and erratic.

Where to Find Osteospermum scariosum

Osteospermum scariosum is native to South Africa. It can be found in rocky, sandy soils.

Osteospermum scariosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Osteospermum scariosum?

Osteospermum scariosum

What type of plant is Osteospermum scariosum?

It is an annual herb

Where is Osteospermum scariosum found?

It is found in 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,