Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bolusii
ID:
103976

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Moore) Lewin

Source:
gcc

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 11: 75. 1922

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000103305

Common Names

  • Arctotis Bolusii
  • Bolus' Arctotis
  • Bolus Arctotis

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Description

Arctotis bolusii (also called Bolus' Arctotis, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the western United States. It has a gray-green foliage and yellow flowers. It grows in dry, sandy soils and is found in the Great Basin and the Mojave Desert.

Uses & Benefits

Arctotis bolusii has been used medicinally to treat skin conditions and as an antiseptic. It has also been used as a dye for fabrics and as an insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Arctotis bolusii has bright yellow flowers with a distinct, star-shaped center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with round leaves and a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arctotis bolusii is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1m tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Arctotis bolusii

Arctotis bolusii is native to the southwestern Cape of South Africa. It can be found in sandy soils, often near the coast.

Arctotis bolusii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arctotis bolusii?

Arctotis bolusii

What is the common name of Arctotis bolusii?

Bolus's Daisy

What is the habitat of Arctotis bolusii?

Dry, rocky hillsides and grasslands

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-6082: Based on the initial data import
Spencer Le Marchant Moore (1850-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Moore' in the authors string.
Ralph A. Lewin (1921-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lewin' in the authors string.