Status:
valid
Authors:
Thunb.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1799
Citation Micro:
Arctotis : 9 (1799)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000064482
Common Names
- Scabrous Arctotis
- Arctotis scabra
- Scabrous African Daisy
Description
Arctotis scabra (also called Rough Arctotis, among many other common names) is an annual plant with yellow flowers and deeply divided leaves. It is native to South Africa and is found in open woods, fields, and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Arctotis scabra is a small perennial herb native to South Africa. It has been used in traditional medicine as a diuretic, to treat skin diseases, and to reduce inflammation. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens for its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Arctotis scabra is a yellow-green color with a white center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Arctotis scabra is a perennial herb that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The plant should be divided into several sections, each with an established root system. Plant the sections in a well-drained, sandy soil and keep moist.
Where to Find Arctotis scabra
Arctotis scabra can be found in dry, rocky areas in South Africa.
Arctotis scabra FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arctotis scabra?
Arctotis scabra
What is the common name of Arctotis scabra?
Rough Arctotis
What is the natural habitat of Arctotis scabra?
Grassy slopes, roadsides, and open woodlands
Species in the Arctotis genus
Arctotis serpens,
Arctotis suffruticosa,
Arctotis schraderi,
Arctotis gumbletonii,
Arctotis scullyi,
Arctotis hirsuta,
Arctotis leucanthemoides,
Arctotis muricata,
Arctotis gowerae,
Arctotis debensis,
Arctotis bellidiastrum,
Arctotis schlechteri,
Arctotis roodae,
Arctotis venusta,
Arctotis laciniata,
Arctotis fastuosa,
Arctotis acaulis,
Arctotis bellidiastrum,
Arctotis aspera,
Arctotis erosa,
Arctotis perfoliata,
Arctotis rogersii,
Arctotis revoluta,
Arctotis merxmuelleri,
Arctotis acuminata,
Arctotis hispidula,
Arctotis adpressa,
Arctotis scabra,
Arctotis dregei,
Arctotis discolor,
Arctotis frutescens,
Arctotis breviscapa,
Arctotis glabrata,
Arctotis amplexicans,
Arctotis diffusa,
Arctotis campanulata,
Arctotis microcephala,
Arctotis venidioides,
Arctotis arctotoides,
Arctotis rotundifolia,
Arctotis auriculata,
Arctotis bellidifolia,
Arctotis sulcocarpa,
Arctotis angustifolia,
Arctotis serpens,
Arctotis leiocarpa,
Arctotis verbascifolia,
Arctotis spinulosa,
Arctotis paniculata,
Arctotis caudata,
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,