Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
schimperi
ID:
401904

Status:
valid

Authors:
O.E.Schulz

Source:
cmp

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 105(86): 361 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000401236



Common Names

  • Robeschia schimperi
  • Schimper's Robeschia
  • Schimper's Star-Violet


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Synonyms

  • Sisymbrium schimperi Boiss. [unknown]
  • Arabidopsis schimperi (Boiss.) N.Busch [unknown]
  • Robeschia sinaica Hochst. ex E.Fourn. [unknown]

Description

Robeschia schimperi (also called African Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the African continent. It has a single stem and grows up to 30 cm tall. The leaves are lanceolate and the flowers are white with yellow centers. It grows in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Robeschia schimperi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Robeschia schimperi has a white flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Robeschia schimperi is a perennial herb that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. It is frost tender and should be protected from frost.

Where to Find Robeschia schimperi

Robeschia schimperi is native to Ethiopia and can be found in rocky areas.

Robeschia schimperi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Robeschia schimperi?

Robeschia schimperi

What is the common name of Robeschia schimperi?

Schimper's Robeschia

What type of plant is Robeschia schimperi?

Succulent

Species in the Robeschia genus

Species in the Brassicaceae family

Abdra brachycarpa, Abdra aprica, Acuston perenne, Aethionema rhodopaeum, Aethionema alanyae, Aethionema arabicum, Aethionema armenum, Aethionema capitatum, Aethionema carlsbergii, Aethionema carneum, Aethionema cephalanthum, Aethionema cordatum, Aethionema coridifolium, Aethionema demirizii, Aethionema diastrophis, Aethionema dumanii, Aethionema edentulum, Aethionema eunomioides, Aethionema fimbriatum, Aethionema froedinii, Aethionema gileadense, Aethionema glaucinum, Aethionema grandiflorum, Aethionema heterocarpum, Aethionema heterophyllum, Aethionema huber-morathii, Aethionema karamanicum, Aethionema lepidioides, Aethionema levandowskyi, Aethionema lycium, Aethionema marashicum, Aethionema membranaceum, Aethionema munzurense, Aethionema orbiculatum, Aethionema papillosum, Aethionema retsina, Aethionema saxatile, Aethionema schistosum, Aethionema semnanensis, Aethionema speciosum, Aethionema spicatum, Aethionema stylosum, Aethionema subulatum, Aethionema syriacum, Aethionema thesiifolium, Aethionema thomasianum, Aethionema transhyrcanum, Aethionema turcicum, Aethionema umbellatum, Aethionema virgatum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2420497: Based on the initial data import
Otto Eugen Schulz (1874-1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.E.Schulz' in the authors string.