Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
foliosus
ID:
6745

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gardner) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 47: 109 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000006074



Common Names

  • Teixeiranthus
  • Foliosus
  • Teixeiranthus foliosus


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Description

Teixeiranthus foliosus (also called Teixeira's Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South Africa. It has yellow flowers and grows in sandy soils in open woodland and heath.

Uses & Benefits

Teixeiranthus foliosus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Teixeiranthus foliosus has small yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Teixeiranthus foliosus is a perennial herb native to Brazil. It is best propagated by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. The plants should be grown in full sun and require regular watering and fertilization.

Where to Find Teixeiranthus foliosus

Teixeiranthus foliosus is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Teixeiranthus foliosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Teixeiranthus foliosus?

Teixeiranthus foliosus

What are the common names of Teixeiranthus foliosus?

Foliosus Daisy

What are the uses of Teixeiranthus foliosus?

It is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a food source for livestock

Species in the Teixeiranthus 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-105851: Based on the initial data import
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
George Gardner (1812-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gardner' in the authors string.