Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nana
ID:
6112

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Prodromus 5 1836

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000005441



Common Names

  • Ursinia Nana
  • Ursinia Daisy
  • Ursinia Dwarf


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Description

Ursinia nana (also called Ursinia nana, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South Africa. It grows up to 30 cm tall and its leaves are deeply divided. Its flowers are yellow and daisy-like. It prefers well-drained soils and sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ursinia nana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization. The plant has medicinal properties and is used to treat fever, colds, and headaches.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ursinia nana sub. nana

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ursinia nana is yellow and has a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ursinia nana is a perennial, herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division in spring or autumn. The plant can also be propagated by cuttings.

Where to Find Ursinia nana

Ursinia nana is native to South Africa and can be found in the provinces of Western Cape, Eastern Cape, and KwaZulu-Natal.

Ursinia nana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ursinia nana?

Ursinia nana

What is the common name of Ursinia nana?

Nana Ursinia

What is the natural habitat of Ursinia nana?

Grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands

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,