Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
cuneata
ID:
21989

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 72 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000021318

Common Names

  • Dimorphotheca cuneata
  • Cuneate Cape Marigold
  • Cuneate Cape Daisy

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Description

Dimorphotheca cuneata (also called Cuneate Cape Marigold, among many other common names) is an annual plant with yellow flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is native to South Africa and is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Dimorphotheca cuneata is a flowering plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used to attract pollinators to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dimorphotheca cuneata is yellow, with a single head of florets. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dimorphotheca cuneata is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a cold frame. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Dimorphotheca cuneata

Dimorphotheca cuneata is native to South Africa and can be found in dry grasslands, coastal dunes, and other dry habitats.

Dimorphotheca cuneata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dimorphotheca cuneata?

Dimorphotheca cuneata

What is the common name of Dimorphotheca cuneata?

African Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Dimorphotheca cuneata?

It is native to South Africa, and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

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,

References

IPNI record: 201463-1: Originally associated with wfo-0001421933
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:201463-1: Based on the initial data import