Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
namaquensis
ID:
645399

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hiern

Source:
cmp

Year:
1904

Citation Micro:
Fl. Cap. 4(2): 144 (1904)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000644731



Common Names

  • Namaqua Twinspur
  • Namaqua Widow's Tears
  • Namaqua Pink Diascia


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Description

Diascia namaquensis (also called Twinspur, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has small, bright pink flowers with two spurs and grows in grassland and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Diascia namaquensis is a popular ornamental plant that is used in flower beds, borders, and containers. It is also used in cut flower arrangements and as a ground cover. The plant is drought tolerant and can be used in areas with low water availability.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Diascia namaquensis is a pinkish-purple color with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diascia namaquensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant but will need regular watering during the summer months. It can be pruned back in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Diascia namaquensis

Diascia namaquensis can be found in South Africa, in the Northern Cape and Western Cape provinces.

Diascia namaquensis FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Diascia namaquensis?

Diascia namaquensis prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C)

What is the best soil type for Diascia namaquensis?

Diascia namaquensis prefers well-drained, sandy soil with a pH of 6.5-7.5.

How much sunlight does Diascia namaquensis need?

Diascia namaquensis prefers full sun to part shade.

Species in the Diascia genus

Diascia aliciae, Diascia alonsooides, Diascia anastrepta, Diascia ausana, Diascia austromontana, Diascia barberae, Diascia batteniana, Diascia bergiana, Diascia bicolor, Diascia capensis, Diascia capsularis, Diascia cardiosepala, Diascia cordata, Diascia cuneata, Diascia decipiens, Diascia dielsiana, Diascia diffusa, Diascia dissimulans, Diascia ellaphieae, Diascia elongata, Diascia engleri, Diascia esterhuyseniae, Diascia fetcaniensis, Diascia fragrans, Diascia glandulosa, Diascia gracilis, Diascia hexensis, Diascia humilis, Diascia insignis, Diascia integerrima, Diascia lewisiae, Diascia lilacina, Diascia longicornis, Diascia macrophylla, Diascia maculata, Diascia megathura, Diascia minutiflora, Diascia mollis, Diascia namaquensis, Diascia nana, Diascia nodosa, Diascia pachyceras, Diascia parviflora, Diascia patens, Diascia pentheri, Diascia personata, Diascia purpurea, Diascia racemulosa, Diascia ramosa, Diascia rigescens,

Species in the Scrophulariaceae family

Alonsoa acutifolia, Alonsoa auriculata, Alonsoa caulialata, Alonsoa hirsuta, Alonsoa honoraria, Alonsoa linearis, Alonsoa meridionalis, Alonsoa minor, Alonsoa pallida, Alonsoa peduncularis, Alonsoa serrata, Alonsoa unilabiata, Ameroglossum pernambucense, Ameroglossum manoel-felixii, Ameroglossum alatum, Ameroglossum asperifolium, Ameroglossum bicolor, Ameroglossum fulniorum, Ameroglossum genaroanum, Ameroglossum intermedium, Ameroglossum xukuruorum, Androya decaryi, Antherothamnus pearsonii, Anticharis arabica, Anticharis ebracteata, Anticharis glandulosa, Anticharis imbricata, Anticharis inflata, Anticharis juncea, Anticharis scoparia, Anticharis senegalensis, Anticharis namibensis, Anticharis kaokoensis, Anticharis angolensis, Aptosimum albomarginatum, Aptosimum arenarium, Aptosimum decumbens, Aptosimum elongatum, Aptosimum eriocephalum, Aptosimum glandulosum, Aptosimum gossweileri, Aptosimum indivisum, Aptosimum lineare, Aptosimum marlothii, Aptosimum molle, Aptosimum neglectum, Aptosimum patulum, Aptosimum procumbens, Aptosimum pumilum, Aptosimum spinescens,

References

William Philip Hiern (1839-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hiern' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:801924-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].