Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
frutescens
ID:
129814

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dinter

Source:
gcc

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 30: 91 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000129143



Common Names

  • Ursinia Frutescens
  • Frutescens Ursinia
  • Ursinia


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Description

Ursinia frutescens (also called 'Ursinia', 'Bush Daisy', 'Bush Marguerite', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers with a dark center. It grows in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ursinia frutescens is an ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a ground cover and can be used as a natural mulch. It is also used in floral arrangements and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ursinia frutescens has small yellow flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with linear leaves and a rosette-like growth habit.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ursinia frutescens is a fast-growing annual plant that can be propagated from seed. The seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Once the seedlings have emerged, they should be thinned out to allow for adequate space between plants. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks. Deadheading spent flowers will encourage further blooming.

Where to Find Ursinia frutescens

Ursinia frutescens is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Ursinia frutescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ursinia frutescens?

Ursinia frutescens

What type of plant is Ursinia frutescens?

Ursinia frutescens is an annual herb

Where is Ursinia frutescens found?

Ursinia frutescens is found in South Africa

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-90087: Based on the initial data import
Kurt Dinter (1868-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dinter' in the authors string.