Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
vaillantii
ID:
22227

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Decne.) Norl.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1943

Citation Micro:
Stud. Calenduleae i. 305 (1943)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000021556



Common Names

  • Vaillant's Daisy
  • African Daisy
  • Blue-Eyed Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Tripteris vaillantii Decne. [unknown]
  • Tripteris lordii Oliv. & Hiern [unknown]
  • Tripteris racemosa Wagner in Vierh. [unknown]
  • Tripteris cheiranthifolia Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Tripteris cheiranthifolia Sch.Bip. ex Hochst. [unknown]
  • Tripteris angustissima S.Moore [unknown]

Description

Osteospermum vaillantii (also called African Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to South Africa. It has white flowers and can grow up to 30 cm tall. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Osteospermum vaillantii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, as well as for medicinal purposes. It is believed to have anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and astringent properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Osteospermum vaillantii has white flowers with a diameter of 2 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval. The seedlings are green and have a single, long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Osteospermum vaillantii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Osteospermum vaillantii

Osteospermum vaillantii is found in the mountains of South Africa.

Osteospermum vaillantii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Osteospermum vaillantii?

Osteospermum vaillantii

What is the natural habitat of Osteospermum vaillantii?

It is found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes in South Africa

What is the flower color of Osteospermum vaillantii?

The flower color is white

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

Joseph Decaisne (1807-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Decne.' 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:235919-1: Based on the initial data import