Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
spinosum
ID:
852

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 923 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000000181



Common Names

  • Osteospermum spinosum
  • Spiny Daisy
  • Spiny Osteospermum


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Synonyms

  • Buphthalmum durum L. [unknown]
  • Eriocline obovata Cass. [unknown]
  • Osteospermum spinosum integrifolium P.J.Bergius [unknown]
  • Osteospermum spinosum spinosum [unknown]
  • Osteospermum pterospermum integrifolium O.Hoffm. [unknown]

Description

Osteospermum spinosum (also called 'African Daisy', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a woody stem and white or pink flowers. It grows in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Osteospermum spinosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Osteospermum spinosum var. runcinatum P.J.Bergius

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Osteospermum spinosum is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed with a diameter of about 0.5 cm. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Osteospermum spinosum is a perennial shrub native to South Africa. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Osteospermum spinosum

Osteospermum spinosum is native to South Africa and can be found in dry, rocky areas. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Osteospermum spinosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Osteospermum spinosum?

Osteospermum spinosum

What is the common name of Osteospermum spinosum?

African Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Osteospermum spinosum?

Dry grasslands and scrublands

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