Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
quercifolia
ID:
126439

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 478 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000125768



Common Names

  • Othonna
  • Oakleaf Othonna
  • Cape Daisy


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Description

Othonna quercifolia (also called Oakleaf Othonna, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to California and grows in chaparral, grasslands, and coastal sage scrub habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Othonna quercifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Othonna quercifolia is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a greyish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Othonna quercifolia is a perennial shrub that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. When grown from seed, it should be sown in the spring and kept moist until germination. When propagating from cuttings, take semi-ripe cuttings in the summer and root them in a moist, well-drained medium. Once established, it is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Othonna quercifolia

Othonna quercifolia is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.

Othonna quercifolia FAQ

What are the ideal growing conditions for Othonna quercifolia?

Othonna quercifolia prefers warm and humid climates with plenty of sunlight and well-draining soil.

What type of soil is best for Othonna quercifolia?

Othonna quercifolia prefers well-draining soil that is slightly acidic.

How often should Othonna quercifolia be watered?

Othonna quercifolia should be watered regularly, but not too often, to prevent root rot.

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