Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
trifida
ID:
117835

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Thunb.) N.E.Br.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1887

Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. ser. 3, 1(21): 670. 1887 [21 May 1887]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000117164



Common Names

  • Ursinia
  • Trifida Daisy
  • African Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Ursinia tridentata (Harv.) N.E.Br. [unknown]
  • Sphenogyne triloba DC. [unknown]
  • Sphenogyne trifida Less. [unknown]
  • Ursinia tridentata Benth. & Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Arctotis trifida Thunb. [unknown]
  • Sphenogyne leptoglossa DC. [unknown]
  • Sphenogyne tridentata Harv. [unknown]
  • Ursinia leptoglossa N.E.Br. [unknown]

Description

Ursinia trifida (also called Three-lobed Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It has yellow flowers and grows in sandy soils in open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Ursinia trifida is used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ursinia trifida for. trifida
Ursinia trifida for. calva Prassler

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ursinia trifida is yellow, small and daisy-like. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ursinia trifida is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division.

Where to Find Ursinia trifida

Ursinia trifida can be found in South Africa.

Ursinia trifida FAQ

What are the common uses of Ursinia trifida?

Ursinia trifida is commonly used as an ornamental plant.

What is the scientific classification of Ursinia trifida?

Ursinia trifida belongs to the family Asteraceae and the genus Ursinia.

What is the native habitat of Ursinia trifida?

Ursinia trifida is native to 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

Carl Peter Thunberg (1743-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thunb.' in the authors string.
Nicholas Edward Brown (1849-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.E.Br.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:257156-1: Based on the initial data import