Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
zeyheri
ID:
115699

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sond.) B.Nord.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Compositae Newslett. 17: 5 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000115028



Common Names

  • Zeyher's Syncarpha
  • Cape Daisy
  • Cape Daisy Bush


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Synonyms

  • Helipterum zeyheri Sond. [unknown]
  • Helipterum brachypterum Levyns [unknown]
  • Argyrocome zeyheri Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Syncarpha zeyheri (also called Zeyher's Syncarpha, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a single stem. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, open woods, meadows, and roadsides. The plant has white flowers and grows up to 4 feet tall.

Uses & Benefits

Syncarpha zeyheri is used as an ornamental plant, in landscaping, and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, headaches, and skin issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Syncarpha zeyheri flower is a small, white, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, thin and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Syncarpha zeyheri is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by cuttings or division in spring or early summer. It can be grown from seed, but it is best to sow the seeds in the fall for germination in the spring.

Where to Find Syncarpha zeyheri

Syncarpha zeyheri is native to South Africa and can be found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and scrublands.

Syncarpha zeyheri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Syncarpha zeyheri?

Syncarpha zeyheri

What is the common name of Syncarpha zeyheri?

Zeyher's Syncarpha

What is the habitat of Syncarpha zeyheri?

It is found in dry, rocky slopes and disturbed areas

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-76506: Based on the initial data import
Bertil Nordenstam (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Nord.' in the authors string.
Otto Wilhelm Sonder (1812-1881): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sond.' in the authors string.