Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
spathulatum
ID:
8441

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) Norl.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1943

Citation Micro:
Stud. Calenduleae i. 324 (1943)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000007770



Common Names

  • Osteospermum Spathulatum
  • Spathulate Osteospermum
  • Spathulate Daisy Bush


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Description

Osteospermum spathulatum (also called African Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South Africa. It has long, narrow leaves and white or purple flowers. It grows in dry, sandy areas and on coastal cliffs.

Uses & Benefits

Osteospermum spathulatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Osteospermum spathulatum is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow centre. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, thin, green stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Osteospermum spathulatum is a hardy, drought-resistant plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. Propagation is by seed or division of clumps in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Osteospermum spathulatum

Osteospermum spathulatum is native to South Africa and can be found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Osteospermum spathulatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Osteospermum spathulatum?

Osteospermum spathulatum

What is the family of Osteospermum spathulatum?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Osteospermum spathulatum?

Spathulate Osteospermum

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

Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Nils Tycho Norlindh (1906-1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Norl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:235889-1: Based on the initial data import