Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
bolusii
ID:
49228

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


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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.

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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

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-14705: Based on the initial data import
Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.
Bertil Nordenstam (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Nord.' in the authors string.