Status:
valid
Authors:
(Oliv.) B.Nord.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1978
Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 44: 67 (1978)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000048557
Common Names
- Phaneroglossa bolusii
- Bolus' False-Foxglove
- Bolus' Foxglove
Synonyms
- Senecio bolusii Oliv. [unknown]
Description
Phaneroglossa bolusii (also called Bolus' Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and solitary yellow flower heads. It is found in grassland, scrub and rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Phaneroglossa bolusii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and as a diuretic.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Phaneroglossa bolusii has small white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small and dark brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phaneroglossa bolusii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-10.
Where to Find Phaneroglossa bolusii
Phaneroglossa bolusii can be found in South Africa.
Phaneroglossa bolusii FAQ
What are the common names for Phaneroglossa bolusii?
Phaneroglossa bolusii is commonly known as Bolus' phaneroglossa.
What is the natural habitat of Phaneroglossa bolusii?
Phaneroglossa bolusii is native to South Africa. It grows in dry, rocky areas.
What is the growth habit of Phaneroglossa bolusii?
Phaneroglossa bolusii is an upright, clump-forming perennial that grows up to 2 feet tall.
Species in the Phaneroglossa genus
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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,