Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tortuosa
ID:
133980

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) Sch.Bip.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Flora 27: 769 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000133309



Common Names

  • Othonna Tortuosa
  • Cape Othonna
  • Cape Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Doria tortuosa DC. [unknown]

Description

Othonna tortuosa (also called Tortuous othonna, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It grows in dry, open areas such as grasslands and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Othonna tortuosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and as a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Othonna tortuosa is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is a small, black achene. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Othonna tortuosa is a perennial herb native to the western United States. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in early spring and kept moist until germination. Division can be done in early spring or fall.

Where to Find Othonna tortuosa

Othonna tortuosa is native to the arid regions of South Africa, including the provinces of Northern Cape and Western Cape.

Othonna tortuosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Othonna tortuosa?

Othonna tortuosa

What is the family of Othonna tortuosa?

Asteraceae

Where is Othonna tortuosa found?

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-94116: 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.