Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
curviflorus
ID:
66087

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hemsl.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1881

Citation Micro:
Biol. Cent.-Amer., Bot. 2: 191 (1881)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000065416



Common Names

  • Otopappus
  • Curved-flowered Otopappus
  • Curved-flowered Daisy


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Description

Otopappus curviflorus (also called 'Curved-flowered Otopappus', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has small, grey-green leaves and yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. It is found in rocky areas, grasslands and mountain slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Otopappus curviflorus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Otopappus curviflorus is a small, yellow-white flower. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Otopappus curviflorus is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Andes Mountains in Peru. It is a low-growing plant that grows to a height of about 10 cm. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division of the rhizomes. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny position. Division of the rhizomes can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Otopappus curviflorus

Otopappus curviflorus is native to South America and can be found in dry meadows, grasslands, and open forests.

Otopappus curviflorus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Otopappus curviflorus?

Otopappus curviflorus

What is the common name of Otopappus curviflorus?

N/A

Where is Otopappus curviflorus native to?

South America

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-22334: Based on the initial data import
William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.