Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
tomentosum
ID:
65064

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.f.) Norl.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1943

Citation Micro:
Stud. Calenduleae i. 336 (1943)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000064393



Common Names

  • Osteospermum Tomentosum
  • Tomentosum Osteospermum
  • Tomentosum Woolly Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Inuloides tomentosa (L.f.) B.Nord. [unknown]
  • Tripteris tomentosa (L.f.) Less. [unknown]
  • Calendula tomentosa Thunb. [illegitimate]
  • Osteospermum cuspidatum DC. [unknown]

Description

Osteospermum tomentosum (also called African Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Africa. It grows up to 1 meter in height, with a single stem and daisy-like flowers. It is found in disturbed areas, roadsides, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Osteospermum tomentosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It has a long flowering season and attracts bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Osteospermum tomentosum has white flowers with five petals and a short, thick stem. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and thin with a single, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Osteospermum tomentosum is a perennial plant that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Osteospermum tomentosum

Osteospermum tomentosum is native to South Africa and is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and scrub forests.

Osteospermum tomentosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Osteospermum tomentosum?

Osteospermum tomentosum

What is the common name of Osteospermum tomentosum?

Woolly Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Osteospermum tomentosum?

Osteospermum tomentosum is native to Africa and can be found in disturbed areas, grasslands, and open woodlands.

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

Carl Linnaeus the Younger (1741-1783): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.f.' 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:235909-1: Based on the initial data import