Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
radula
ID:
13912

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Harv.) De Wild.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
Icon. Horti Then. 2(5): 89 (1901)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000013241

Common Names

  • Berkheya
  • African Daisy
  • African Thistle

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Description

Berkheya radula (also called Bristly Berkheya, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a woody stem and grows to a height of up to 1 meter. It is found in grassland, scrubland, and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Berkheya radula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Berkheya radula is yellow and daisy-like in shape. The seed is small and brown in color. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with small, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Berkheya radula is a perennial herb that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the plant is actively growing. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Berkheya radula

Berkheya radula is native to South Africa and can be found in the provinces of Eastern Cape, Free State, Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, and North West. It is typically found in open, sunny areas such as roadsides, fields, and disturbed areas.

Berkheya radula FAQ

What are the common names of Berkheya radula?

Common names of Berkheya radula include Bristly Hawkweed and Bristly Ox-tongue

What is the natural habitat of Berkheya radula?

Berkheya radula is native to South Africa and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

What is the blooming period of Berkheya radula?

Berkheya radula blooms from August to October.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-112816: Based on the initial data import
William Henry Harvey (1811-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harv.' in the authors string.
Joseph Burtt Davy (1870-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burtt Davy' in the authors string.