Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pteronioides
ID:
78474

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harv.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Fl. Cap. 3: 332 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000077803



Common Names

  • Othonna Daisy
  • Pteronioides Daisy
  • Daisy Othonna


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Description

Othonna pteronioides (also called 'winged othonna', 'winged othonna' and 'winged othonna', among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to South Africa. It has white flowers and grows in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Othonna pteronioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in rock gardens and as a border plant. The flowers are attractive to bees and butterflies, making it a great addition to any garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Othonna pteronioides is a small, yellow-green, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval seed. The seedlings are small, with long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Othonna pteronioides is a perennial herb that is native to South Africa. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division of the root clumps in spring or autumn. Seeds can be sown in spring or summer and will germinate in 2-3 weeks.

Where to Find Othonna pteronioides

Othonna pteronioides is native to South Africa and can be found in dry, sandy soils.

Othonna pteronioides FAQ

What are the common names of Othonna pteronioides?

Othonna pteronioides is commonly known as winged othonna.

What are the medicinal uses of Othonna pteronioides?

Othonna pteronioides has been used to treat fever, digestive issues, and inflammation.

What is the optimal growing environment for Othonna pteronioides?

Othonna pteronioides prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

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