Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Species:
africana
ID:
432760

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Botsch.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Bot. Zhurn. (Moscow & Leningrad) 57: 1038 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000432092



Common Names

  • Strigosella
  • African Star
  • African Star Bromeliad


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Synonyms

  • Malcolmia halophila Gilli [unknown]
  • Malcolmia calycina Sennen [unknown]
  • Cheiranthus scaber Moench [unknown]
  • Crucifera africana E.H.L.Krause [unknown]
  • Erysimum polyceratum Pall. [unknown]
  • Fedtschenkoa africana (L.) F.Dvořák [unknown]
  • Fedtschenkoa stenopetala (Bernh. ex Ledeb.) F.Dvořák [unknown]
  • Fedtschenkoa taraxacifolia F.Dvořák [unknown]
  • Hesperis africana L. [unknown]
  • Hesperis hispida Schreb. ex Roth [unknown]
  • Hesperis jasa hort. ex Fisch., C.A.Mey. & Avé-Lall. [unknown]
  • Hesperis pachypodium E.Fourn. [unknown]
  • Fedtschenkoa taraxacifolia (Balb.) F.Dvořák [unknown]
  • Malcolmia divaricata Fisch. ex Fisch. & C.A.Mey. [unknown]
  • Malcolmia laxa DC. [unknown]
  • Hesperis laxa Lam. [unknown]
  • Strigosella africana laxa (Lam.) Botsch. [unknown]
  • Wilckia africana F.Muell. [unknown]

Description

Strigosella africana (also called African Daisy, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Africa, and is found in grasslands and disturbed areas. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Strigosella africana is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its bright pink and white flowers and its ability to attract bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Strigosella africana is a bright orange bract with yellowish-green petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Strigosella africana is an annual herb native to Africa. It can be propagated by seed. To cultivate, it should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, sunny environment. Water regularly and fertilize every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Strigosella africana

Strigosella africana is native to Africa, specifically Ethiopia, Kenya, and Tanzania.

Strigosella africana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Strigosella africana?

Strigosella africana

What is the natural habitat of Strigosella africana?

Dry, sunny areas of Africa

What is the ideal temperature for Strigosella africana?

60-70°F (15-21°C)

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

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Victor Botchantsev (1910-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Botsch.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:290200-1: Based on the initial data import