Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fuscipappa
ID:
29986

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thwaites

Source:
gcc

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Zeyl. : 168 (1860)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000029315



Common Names

  • Youngia fuscipappa
  • Fuscipappa Hawk's-beard
  • Fuscipappa Youngia


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Synonyms

  • Crepis fuscipappa (Thwaites) C.B.Clarke [unknown]
  • Crepis primulifolia Hook.f. & Thomson ex C.B.Clarke [unknown]
  • Crepis fuscipappa Benth. & Hook.f. [unknown]

Description

Youngia fuscipappa (also called the Cape Daisy Tree, among many other common names) is a small tree native to South Africa. It has a thick trunk and large, white, daisy-like flowers. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is often found in coastal regions.

Uses & Benefits

Youngia fuscipappa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating digestive problems and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Youngia fuscipappa has small yellow flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Youngia fuscipappa is a low-growing perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F). It should be pruned regularly to keep it looking neat and tidy.

Where to Find Youngia fuscipappa

Youngia fuscipappa can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Youngia fuscipappa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Youngia fuscipappa?

Youngia fuscipappa

What type of plant is Youngia fuscipappa?

An annual herb

What is the natural habitat of Youngia fuscipappa?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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