Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
crocifolia
ID:
66701

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Boiss. & Heldr.) Kamari & Greuter

Source:
gcc

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Bot. Chron. (Patras) 13: 14 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000066030



Common Names

  • Crocodile Flower
  • Phitosia crocifolia
  • Lace Flower


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Description

Phitosia crocifolia (also called Crocodile-leaf Phitosia, among many other common names) is a small, woody shrub native to South Africa. It has small, yellow daisy-like flowers and narrow, pointed leaves. It typically grows in dry, rocky areas and is drought-tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Phitosia crocifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating digestive problems, skin diseases, and as an anti-inflammatory.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phitosia crocifolia is a yellow daisy-like flower with a single head. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and spiny.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phitosia crocifolia is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or by division of the root. It prefers full sun and moist soil, and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring, and they will germinate in about two weeks. Division of the root should be done in the spring or fall. The plant can be divided into several smaller sections, each with its own root system.

Where to Find Phitosia crocifolia

Phitosia crocifolia is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Phitosia crocifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phitosia crocifolia?

Phitosia crocifolia

What type of plant is Phitosia crocifolia?

It is a perennial herbaceous plant

Where is Phitosia crocifolia found?

It is found in the Mediterranean region

Species in the Phitosia 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-22926: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Werner Greuter (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greuter' in the authors string.
Theodor von Heldreich (1822-1902): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heldr.' in the authors string.
Georgia Kamari (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kamari' in the authors string.