Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
annectens
ID:
89894

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harv.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Fl. Cap. 3: 509 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000089223

Common Names

  • Berkheya annectens
  • Annual Knifeweed
  • Annual Hawkweed

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Description

Berkheya annectens (also called 'Annual Berckhey', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a single stem with alternate, deeply lobed leaves and small yellow flowers. It is found in open grasslands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Berkheya annectens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a beautiful flower and is a great addition to any garden. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Berkheya annectens has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Berkheya annectens is a fast-growing, perennial shrub that can reach heights of up to 4 m. It can be propagated from stem cuttings or from seed. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a moist, well-drained soil. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted and established. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Once the seedlings have established, they should be transplanted to their permanent location.

Where to Find Berkheya annectens

Berkheya annectens is native to the southern African region. It can be found in the wild in South Africa, Namibia, and Botswana.

Berkheya annectens FAQ

What are the common names of Berkheya annectens?

Common names of Berkheya annectens include African daisy and African thistle.

What is the growth habit of Berkheya annectens?

Berkheya annectens is an herbaceous perennial that grows up to 2 feet tall and wide.

What is the native range of Berkheya annectens?

Berkheya annectens is native to South Africa and Namibia.

Species in the Berkheya genus

Berkheya johnstoniana, Berkheya griquana, Berkheya chiesiana, Berkheya milleriana, Berkheya echinacea, Berkheya spekeana, Berkheya radula, Berkheya carduodes, Berkheya maritima, Berkheya sphaerocephala, Berkheya spinosa, Berkheya tysonii, Berkheya montana, Berkheya fruticosa, Berkheya nivea, Berkheya speciosa, Berkheya setifera, Berkheya angolensis, Berkheya carlinoides, Berkheya mackenii, Berkheya spinosissima, Berkheya onobromoides, Berkheya carlinifolia, Berkheya carlinopsis, Berkheya ferox, Berkheya cruciata, Berkheya eriobasis, Berkheya rhapontica, Berkheya insignis, Berkheya angustifolia, Berkheya umbellata, Berkheya dregei, Berkheya leucaugeta, Berkheya carlinopsis, Berkheya draco, Berkheya discolor, Berkheya cirsiifolia, Berkheya pauciflora, Berkheya subulata, Berkheya pinnatifida, Berkheya herbacea, Berkheya glabrata, Berkheya rigida, Berkheya seminivea, Berkheya francisci, Berkheya annectens, Berkheya coriacea, Berkheya latifolia, Berkheya angusta, Berkheya coddii,

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,

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