Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
membranifolia
ID:
89502

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 476 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000088831



Common Names

  • Membranifolia Othonna
  • Membranifolia Daisy
  • Membranifolia Sunray


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Description

Othonna membranifolia (also called 'Membranous Othonna', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a single stem and grows up to 1 m tall. Its leaves are alternate, lanceolate and toothed. It has yellow-green flowers with two petals. It is found in open areas, grasslands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Othonna membranifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in herbal teas. It has also been used to treat digestive issues and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Othonna membranifolia is a small, white flower head with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, light green and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Othonna membranifolia is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from cuttings in spring or early summer. To propagate from seed, sow in spring or autumn in a sunny location. Keep the soil moist but not wet. The seedlings should emerge in 7-14 days. Thin the seedlings to the desired spacing when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Othonna membranifolia

Othonna membranifolia is native to South Africa and can be found in the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces.

Othonna membranifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Othonna membranifolia?

Othonna membranifolia

What type of plant is Othonna membranifolia?

Othonna membranifolia is a perennial herb.

Where is Othonna membranifolia native to?

Othonna membranifolia is native to 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,

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