Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Genus:
Species:
subrhombifolia
ID:
749459

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.R.Abbott

Source:
cmp

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 63: 162 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748792



Common Names

  • Badiera subrhombifolia
  • Subrhombifolia Badiera
  • Subrhombifolia Badiera Plant


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Description

Badiera subrhombifolia (also called African Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It has small, white flowers with yellow centers and is found in grassland and scrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Badiera subrhombifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, headaches, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Badiera subrhombifolia is white and has five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings have thin, lance-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Badiera subrhombifolia is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize in spring.

Where to Find Badiera subrhombifolia

Badiera subrhombifolia can be found in dry, rocky areas in South Africa.

Badiera subrhombifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Badiera subrhombifolia?

Badiera subrhombifolia

What is the common name of Badiera subrhombifolia?

Subrhomboid Badiera

What is the natural habitat of Badiera subrhombifolia?

Dry, rocky hillsides and bushveld

Species in the Polygalaceae family

Acanthocladus brasiliensis, Acanthocladus guayaquilensis, Acanthocladus moyanoi, Acanthocladus scleroxylon, Acanthocladus tehuelchum, Acanthocladus colombianus, Acanthocladus dukei, Acanthocladus pulcherrimus, Acanthocladus santosii, Acanthocladus dichromus, Ancylotropis insignis, Ancylotropis malmeana, Asemeia grandiflora, Asemeia ignatii, Asemeia ilheotica, Asemeia lindmaniana, Asemeia marquesiana, Asemeia martiana, Asemeia monninoides, Asemeia parietaria, Asemeia pohliana, Asemeia rhodoptera, Asemeia glabra, Asemeia hirsuta, Asemeia apopetala, Asemeia echinosperma, Asemeia hondurana, Asemeia securidaca, Asemeia sphaerospora, Asemeia tonsa, Asemeia acuminata, Asemeia extraaxillaris, Asemeia galmeri, Asemeia hebeclada, Asemeia mollis, Asemeia monticola, Asemeia ovata, Asemeia pseudohebeclada, Asemeia tobatiensis, Asemeia violacea, Asemeia floribunda, Atroxima afzeliana, Atroxima liberica, Badiera cubensis, Badiera fuertesii, Badiera oblongata, Badiera penaea, Badiera propinqua, Badiera virgata, Badiera subrhombifolia,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2903207: Based on the initial data import
J.Richard Abbott (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.R.Abbott' in the authors string.