Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
gracilis
ID:
658798

Status:
valid

Authors:
Meve

Source:
cmp

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Pl. Syst. Evol., Suppl. 10: 75 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000658130

Common Names

  • Duvalia Gracilis
  • Gracilis Duvalia
  • Gracilis Daisy

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Description

Duvalia gracilis (also called 'Graceful Duvalia', among many other common names) is a succulent plant native to South Africa. It grows in rocky and sandy soils in dry, sunny areas. The leaves are thick and fleshy, and are arranged in a rosette pattern. The flowers are yellow and daisy-like, and the plant produces small, round fruits.

Uses & Benefits

Duvalia gracilis is used as an ornamental plant, for its edible fruit, and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Duvalia gracilis has white flowers with yellow anthers. The seed is round and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Duvalia gracilis: This plant is best grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and regular watering. Propagation can be done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Duvalia gracilis

Duvalia gracilis is native to South Africa and can be found in the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces.

Duvalia gracilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Duvalia gracilis?

Duvalia gracilis

What is the common name of Duvalia gracilis?

Graceful duvalia

What is the distribution of Duvalia gracilis?

It is found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2779520: Based on the initial data import
Ulrich Meve (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meve' in the authors string.