Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
natalensis
ID:
17315

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sch.Bip.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Flora 27: 771 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000016644



Common Names

  • Othonna natalensis
  • Natal Othonna
  • Natal Daisy Bush


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Description

Othonna natalensis (also called Natal Othonna, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to South Africa. It has bright green leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in grasslands and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Othonna natalensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for birds and other wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Othonna natalensis is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Othonna natalensis is a perennial herb that is best grown in well-drained, sandy soil in full sun. Propagation is usually done by division of the clumps in spring or early summer. The divisions should be planted in a sunny spot and kept moist until they are established.

Where to Find Othonna natalensis

Othonna natalensis is native to South Africa. It can be found in dry, rocky areas such as grasslands and scrublands.

Othonna natalensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Othonna natalensis?

Othonna natalensis

What is the natural habitat of Othonna natalensis?

Dry, rocky slopes and open woodlands

What is the blooming season of Othonna natalensis?

Late summer to early fall

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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