Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
saxatilis
ID:
91305

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.E.Br.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1894: 355 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000090634



Common Names

  • African Daisy
  • Ursinia
  • Star of the Veldt


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Description

Ursinia saxatilis (also called rock daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a single stem that grows up to 1 meter tall and is covered in white hairs. Its leaves are narrow and deeply lobed, and its flowers are small and yellow. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is often found in grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Ursinia saxatilis is a drought-tolerant plant that is often used as an ornamental in rock gardens. It is also used to attract butterflies and other pollinators to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Ursinia saxatilis are bright yellow and daisy-like. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and wiry.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ursinia saxatilis is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division of the root clumps in spring or by seed in fall or spring.

Where to Find Ursinia saxatilis

Ursinia saxatilis is native to South Africa and can be found in the provinces of the Western Cape and Eastern Cape.

Ursinia saxatilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ursinia saxatilis?

Ursinia saxatilis

What type of plant is Ursinia saxatilis?

Ursinia saxatilis is an annual

Where does Ursinia saxatilis grow?

Ursinia saxatilis grows 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,

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