Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker
Source:
gcc
Year:
1882
Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 6(3): 16 (1882)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000107960
Common Names
- Bellidifolia Podocoma
- Bellidifolia Daisy
- Bellidifolia Aster
Description
Podocoma bellidifolia (also called bell-leaved podocoma, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to South Africa and is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Podocoma bellidifolia is a medicinal plant used for treating skin diseases, as a diuretic, and as an antiseptic. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Podocoma bellidifolia is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Podocoma bellidifolia is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or by cuttings in summer. It is best to water the plant regularly and fertilize it once a year.
Where to Find Podocoma bellidifolia
Podocoma bellidifolia can be found in the mountains of Central Asia, such as Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan.
Podocoma bellidifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Podocoma bellidifolia?
Podocoma bellidifolia
Where does Podocoma bellidifolia grow?
Podocoma bellidifolia is native to South Africa.
What type of soil does Podocoma bellidifolia prefer?
Podocoma bellidifolia prefers well-drained, sandy or gravelly soils.
Species in the Podocoma 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,