Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
spinescens
ID:
32944

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thunb. ex DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. (DC.) 6 1838

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000032273



Common Names

  • Osteospermum spinescens
  • Spiny Osteospermum
  • Spiny Daisy


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Description

Osteospermum spinescens (also called Spiny Osteospermum, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with white flowers and spiny leaves. It is native to South Africa, and is found in disturbed areas, roadsides, and other disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Osteospermum spinescens is an ornamental plant that can be used in gardens and flower beds. 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 spinescens is a yellow-orange with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are short and bushy with multiple stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Osteospermum spinescens can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep them moist. To propagate from cuttings, take a stem cutting and allow it to dry out for a few days. Then, plant the stem in well-draining soil and water it regularly. The plant will start to produce new roots and shoots in a few weeks.

Where to Find Osteospermum spinescens

Osteospermum spinescens is native to South Africa and can be found in areas with dry and sunny climates such as Namibia, Botswana, and Zimbabwe.

Osteospermum spinescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Osteospermum spinescens?

Osteospermum spinescens

What is the common name of Osteospermum spinescens?

Spiny Osteospermum

Where is Osteospermum spinescens found?

Osteospermum spinescens 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,

References

Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Carl Peter Thunberg (1743-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thunb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:235891-1: Based on the initial data import