Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
otophylla
ID:
74640

Status:
valid

Authors:
Y.L.Chen

Source:
gcc

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 33(1): 81 (1995) (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000073969



Common Names

  • Otophylla Synotis
  • Otophylla Daisy
  • Otophylla Sunray


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Description

Synotis otophylla (also called African Daisy, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb with white and yellow daisy-like flowers. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in grasslands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Synotis otophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and for erosion control. It is also used in traditional medicine, as a source of food, and as a source of dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Synotis otophylla has small, orange flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small, oval-shaped and black. The seedlings are thin and slender with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Synotis otophylla is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Caucasus region. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by seed or division.

Where to Find Synotis otophylla

Synotis otophylla can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, mainly in the Iberian Peninsula.

Synotis otophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Synotis otophylla?

Synotis otophylla

Where is Synotis otophylla found?

Synotis otophylla is found in Cameroon

What is the flowering period of Synotis otophylla?

The flowering period of Synotis otophylla is from April to May

Species in the Synotis genus

Synotis glomerata, Synotis vagans, Synotis fulvipes, Synotis simonsii, Synotis reniformis, Synotis lucorum, Synotis rhabdos, Synotis pseudoalata, Synotis phupeakensis, Synotis brevipappa, Synotis palmatisecta, Synotis triligulata, Synotis calocephala, Synotis ainsliaeifolia, Synotis longipes, Synotis changiana, Synotis tetrantha, Synotis brunneovillosa, Synotis setchuenensis, Synotis yakoensis, Synotis damiaoshanica, Synotis atractylidifolia, Synotis xantholeuca, Synotis solidaginea, Synotis muliensis, Synotis nayongensis, Synotis hieraciifolia, Synotis birmanica, Synotis cordifolia, Synotis auriculata, Synotis guizhouensis, Synotis austroyunnanensis, Synotis nagensium, Synotis otophylla, Synotis alata, Synotis sciatrephes, Synotis vaniotii, Synotis borii, Synotis bhot, Synotis duclouxii, Synotis acuminata, Synotis sinica, Synotis erythropappa, Synotis jowaiensis, Synotis cappa, Synotis panduriformis, Synotis saluenensis, Synotis ionodasys, Synotis lushaensis, Synotis yui,

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-30706: Based on the initial data import
Yi Ling Chen (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.L.Chen' in the authors string.