Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
biafrae
ID:
42800

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Oliv. & Hiern) C.Jeffrey

Source:
gcc

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 41(4): 922 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000042129



Common Names

  • Biafra Groundsel
  • Biafra Ragwort
  • Biafra Senecio


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Synonyms

  • Senecio bojeri Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Crassocephalum biafrae S.Moore [unknown]
  • Senecio biafrae Oliv. & Hiern [unknown]

Description

Solanecio biafrae (also called African daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers with a diameter of up to 3 cm. It grows in open grasslands, woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Solanecio biafrae is a perennial plant that is often used as an ornamental in gardens. It is also used as a source of nectar for bees and butterflies. The flowers are edible and can be used in salads.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Solanecio biafrae is a yellow or white color, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Solanecio biafrae is a perennial plant native to tropical Africa. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by division in spring or early summer. Seeds can be sown in spring or fall, but germination is slow and erratic.

Where to Find Solanecio biafrae

Solanecio biafrae is found in the tropical rainforests of West Africa.

Solanecio biafrae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Solanecio biafrae?

Solanecio biafrae

What is the family of Solanecio biafrae?

Asteraceae

Where is Solanecio biafrae found?

It is found in tropical Africa

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-140743: Based on the initial data import
Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.
William Philip Hiern (1839-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hiern' in the authors string.
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.