Ursinia rigidula - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rigidula
ID:
64602
Status:
valid
Authors:
N.E.Br.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1887
Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. (1887) i. 670
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000063931
Common Names
- Ursinia rigidula
- Rigid Daisy
- Rigid Golden Daisy
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ursinia rigidula (also called Rigid Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant. It is native to South Africa, and is found in grassland, open woodlands, and disturbed areas. It grows up to 0.3 m tall, and has yellow, daisy-like flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Ursinia rigidula is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and flower beds. It is known for its attractive foliage and bright yellow flowers. It is also used medicinally, as it has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ursinia rigidula has yellow, daisy-like flowers with a yellow center of disc florets. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a pappus. The seedlings are small, with hairy, gray-green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ursinia rigidula is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. To propagate by division, divide the plant in spring or early summer. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a cold frame in early spring. The seeds should be sown on the surface of the soil and lightly covered. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.
Where to Find Ursinia rigidula
Ursinia rigidula is native to South Africa and can be found in the Western Cape and Eastern Cape regions.
Ursinia rigidula FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ursinia rigidula?
Ursinia rigidula
What type of plant is Ursinia rigidula?
It is an annual herb
Where is Ursinia rigidula found?
It 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-20897: Based on the initial data import
Nicholas Edward Brown (1849-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.E.Br.' in the authors string.