Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
pubescens
ID:
658821

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.E.Br.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Fl. Cap. 4(1): 1029 (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000658153

Common Names

  • Duvalia Pubescens
  • Pubescens Duvalia
  • Pubescens Daisy

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Description

Duvalia pubescens (also called Hairy duvalia, among many other common names) is a succulent plant native to South Africa. It has a single stem with a rosette of fleshy, triangular-shaped leaves. It grows in rocky, sandy soils in the dry, hot regions of South Africa.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Duvalia pubescens 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 pubescens: 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 pubescens

Duvalia pubescens is found in the Western Cape and Northern Cape Provinces of South Africa.

Duvalia pubescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Duvalia pubescens?

Duvalia pubescens

Where does Duvalia pubescens grow?

Duvalia pubescens grows in tropical and subtropical regions.

What is the common name of Duvalia pubescens?

Duvalia pubescens is commonly known as the creeping daisy.

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,

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