Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
caledonica
ID:
137714

Status:
valid

Authors:
(E.Phillips) Prassler

Source:
gcc

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Mitt. Bot. Staatssamml. München vi. 382, 384 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000137043



Common Names

  • Caledonian Daisy
  • Ursinia caledonica
  • Caledonian Sunray


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Synonyms

  • Ursiniopsis caledonica E.Phillips [unknown]

Description

Ursinia caledonica (also called Caledonian Daisy, Caledonian Daisy caledonica, and Caledonian Daisy caledonica, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the aster family. It is native to Mexico and Guatemala, and grows in disturbed areas, roadsides, and open woods.

Uses & Benefits

Ursinia caledonica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ursinia caledonica is a yellow daisy-like flower. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedling has two cotyledons, which are oval-shaped.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ursinia caledonica is an annual herb that can be propagated from seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can be grown in a variety of climates.

Where to Find Ursinia caledonica

Ursinia caledonica is native to South Africa.

Ursinia caledonica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ursinia caledonica?

Ursinia caledonica

What is the common name of Ursinia caledonica?

Caledonian Ursinia

What is the habitat of Ursinia caledonica?

Dry, rocky slopes and grasslands

Species in the Ursinia genus

Ursinia punctata, Ursinia nudicaulis, Ursinia pilifera, Ursinia nana, Ursinia scariosa, Ursinia abrotanifolia, Ursinia odorata, Ursinia tenuifolia, Ursinia merxmuelleri, Ursinia subflosculosa, Ursinia quinquepartita, Ursinia coronopifolia, Ursinia eckloniana, Ursinia pilifera, Ursinia serrata, Ursinia rigidula, Ursinia alpina, Ursinia heterodonta, Ursinia pinnata, Ursinia sericea, Ursinia dentata, Ursinia macropoda, Ursinia filipes, Ursinia montana, Ursinia pygmaea, Ursinia saxatilis, Ursinia anethoides, Ursinia hispida, Ursinia cakilefolia, Ursinia oreogena, Ursinia trifida, Ursinia chrysanthemoides, Ursinia discolor, Ursinia frutescens, Ursinia dregeana, Ursinia calenduliflora, Ursinia brachyloba, Ursinia serrata, Ursinia paleacea, Ursinia tenuiloba, Ursinia speciosa, Ursinia caledonica, Ursinia anthemoides, Ursinia trifida, Ursinia arida, Ursinia glandulosa,

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-9774: Based on the initial data import
Edwin Percy Phillips (1884-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Phillips' in the authors string.
Maria Prassler (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prassler' in the authors string.