Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
thodei
ID:
95689

Status:
valid

Authors:
Markötter

Source:
gcc

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Ann. Univ. Stellenbosch 8(Sect. A, 1): 49. 1930

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000095018



Common Names

  • Osteospermum thodei
  • Thode's African Daisy
  • Thode's Daisy


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Description

Osteospermum thodei (also called Thode's African Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to South Africa. It has white daisy-like flowers and grows in meadows, grasslands, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Osteospermum thodei is an ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks for its attractive yellow flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Osteospermum thodei has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1.5-2.5 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Osteospermum thodei is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. When propagating from seeds, sow them in spring and keep the soil moist. When propagating from cuttings, take the cuttings in late summer and root them in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate light.

Where to Find Osteospermum thodei

Osteospermum thodei is native to South Africa and can be found in moist, well-drained soils. It can also be found in nurseries and garden centers.

Osteospermum thodei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Osteospermum thodei?

Osteospermum thodei

What is the common name of Osteospermum thodei?

African Daisy

What type of plant is Osteospermum thodei?

Perennial

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-5121: Based on the initial data import
Erike Irene Markötter (1905-1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Markötter' in the authors string.