Tolpis glandulifera - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
glandulifera
ID:
30409
Status:
valid
Authors:
Bolle
Source:
gcc
Year:
1859
Citation Micro:
Bonplandia 7: 298 (1859)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000029738
Common Names
- Tolpis
- Glandulifera
- Tolpis Daisy
Searching for Tolpis glandulifera? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tolpis glandulifera (also called Glandulifera, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves, and produces yellow flowers. It is found in rocky areas, dry grasslands, and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Tolpis glandulifera, commonly known as the African daisy, is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including fever, headaches, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tolpis glandulifera has small yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.
Searching for Tolpis glandulifera? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tolpis glandulifera is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that grows in full sun to partial shade. It is best grown in well-drained, sandy soils and can tolerate drought. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny spot. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Tolpis glandulifera
Tolpis glandulifera is found in the Mediterranean region, including southern Europe, northern Africa, and western Asia.
Tolpis glandulifera FAQ
What is the common name of Tolpis glandulifera?
Glandular Daisy
What is the natural habitat of Tolpis glandulifera?
Dry, rocky hillsides, garrigue, maquis and other open, sunny places
What are the uses of Tolpis glandulifera?
The leaves and flowers of Tolpis glandulifera are used for medicinal purposes
Species in the Tolpis genus
Tolpis farinulosa, Tolpis azorica, Tolpis crassiuscula, Tolpis staticifolia, Tolpis mbalensis, Tolpis glandulifera, Tolpis liouvillei, Tolpis webbii, Tolpis farinulosa, Tolpis grossii, Tolpis macrorhiza, Tolpis webbii, Tolpis laciniata, Tolpis lagopoda, Tolpis barbata, Tolpis nemoralis, Tolpis succulenta, Tolpis calderae, Tolpis umbellata, Tolpis proustii, Tolpis coronopifolia, Tolpis glabrescens, Tolpis capensis, Tolpis virgata, Tolpis macrorhiza,
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
Carl August Bolle (1821-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bolle' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:255807-1: Based on the initial data import