Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
linearifolia
ID:
118172

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) Sch.Bip.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Flora 27: 769 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000117501



Common Names

  • Linear-leaved Othonna
  • Othonna Linearifolia
  • Linearifolia Othonna


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Description

Othonna linearifolia (also called Linear-leaved Othonna, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has small, yellow flowers and narrow, linear leaves. It grows in dry grasslands and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Othonna linearifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Othonna linearifolia is a white daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves with a single stem and a white flower.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Othonna linearifolia is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant once established and can tolerate some light shade. It is a good choice for a meadow or naturalized area.

Where to Find Othonna linearifolia

Othonna linearifolia is native to South Africa. It can be found in dry, rocky soils in open woodlands, grasslands, and roadsides.

Othonna linearifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Othonna linearifolia?

Othonna linearifolia

What type of plant is Othonna linearifolia?

Othonna linearifolia is a shrub

Where is Othonna linearifolia found?

Othonna linearifolia is found in South Africa

Species in the Othonna genus

Othonna intermedia, Othonna furcata, Othonna purpurascens, Othonna ovalifolia, Othonna pachypoda, Othonna hallii, Othonna perfoliata, Othonna abrotanifolia, Othonna othonnites, Othonna burttii, Othonna parviflora, Othonna retrorsa, Othonna pavelkae, Othonna leptodactyla, Othonna cremnophila, Othonna filicaulis, Othonna natalensis, Othonna chromochaeta, Othonna eriocarpa, Othonna quinqueradiata, Othonna pavonia, Othonna cakilefolia, Othonna incisa, Othonna osteospermoides, Othonna quinquedentata, Othonna lasiocarpa, Othonna euphorbioides, Othonna lingua, Othonna bulbosa, Othonna trinervia, Othonna digitata, Othonna herrei, Othonna gypsicola, Othonna graveolens, Othonna wrinkleana, Othonna retrofracta, Othonna triplinervia, Othonna lobata, Othonna zeyheri, Othonna cyclophylla, Othonna humilis, Othonna primulina, Othonna ciliata, Othonna oleracea, Othonna spinescens, Othonna dentata, Othonna viminea, Othonna brandbergensis, Othonna retrofracta, Othonna petiolaris,

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-7886: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.