Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tenuifolia
ID:
21176

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Poir.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1808

Citation Micro:
Encycl. 8: 259 (1808)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000020505



Common Names

  • Tenuifolia Ursinia
  • Tenuifolia African Daisy
  • Tenuifolia Star of Bethlehem


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Synonyms

  • Arctotis tenuifolia L. [unknown]
  • Sphenogyne tenuifolia tenuifolia [unknown]
  • Sphenogyne tenuifolia heterochroma Harv. [unknown]
  • Sphenogyne tenuifolia DC. [unknown]

Description

Ursinia tenuifolia (also called Slenderleaf Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has yellow flowers and grows in open fields and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Ursinia tenuifolia is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes. It is used to treat skin diseases, fever, and digestive disorders.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ursinia tenuifolia sub. ciliaris (DC.) Prassler
Ursinia tenuifolia sub. tenuifolia

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ursinia tenuifolia is a small yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed with a glossy surface. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ursinia tenuifolia is a perennial plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division in spring or early summer. It can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Ursinia tenuifolia

Ursinia tenuifolia is native to South Africa, and can be found in dry, sandy soils and disturbed areas. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Ursinia tenuifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ursinia tenuifolia?

Ursinia tenuifolia

What is the common name of Ursinia tenuifolia?

Slender-leaved ursinia

What is the natural habitat of Ursinia tenuifolia?

Grasslands and scrublands

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-11983: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Jean Louis Marie Poiret (1755-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poir.' in the authors string.