Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pinnata
ID:
69113

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Thunb.) Prassler

Source:
gcc

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Mitt. Bot. Staatssamml. München vi. 387, 390 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000068442



Common Names

  • Ursinia pinnata
  • Pinnate Ursinia
  • Pinnate's Ursinia


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Synonyms

  • Thelythamnos filiformis Spreng. [unknown]
  • Sphenogyne pinnata Less. [unknown]
  • Relhania pinnata Thunb. [unknown]
  • Ursinia filiformis Griess. [unknown]
  • Ursinia pinnata Benth. & Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Arctotis pinnata Thunb. [unknown]

Description

Ursinia pinnata (also called pinnate-leaved ursinia, among many other common names) is an annual herb with deeply divided leaves and yellow, daisy-like flowers. It is native to South Africa and grows in grassland and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ursinia pinnata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ursinia pinnata is yellow with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is a small achene with a white pappus. The seedlings are small, with a basal rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ursinia pinnata is an annual plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil, but is also drought tolerant. It is best grown in a sheltered spot, as it can be damaged by strong winds.

Where to Find Ursinia pinnata

Ursinia pinnata can be found in South Africa.

Ursinia pinnata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ursinia pinnata?

Ursinia pinnata

What is the natural habitat of Ursinia pinnata?

It is native to South Africa.

What is the average height of Ursinia pinnata?

It is typically around 1 meter tall.

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-25293: Based on the initial data import
Carl Peter Thunberg (1743-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thunb.' in the authors string.
Maria Prassler (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prassler' in the authors string.