Species:
austrotransvaalensis
Status:
valid
Authors:
Cron
Source:
gcc
Year:
1994
Citation Micro:
S. African J. Bot. 60(3): 162 (1994) (1994)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000077882
Common Names
- Transvaal Cineraria
- Silver Ragwort
- Silver Daisy Bush
Description
Cineraria austrotransvaalensis (also called Cineraria, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a short stem and its leaves are linear-lanceolate, with a length of up to 6 cm. It grows in open areas, such as grasslands and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Cineraria austrotransvaalensis is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and landscapes. It is known for its attractive foliage and bright blue flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cineraria austrotransvaalensis is small and yellow, with a white center. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cineraria austrotransvaalensis is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by sowing seeds in spring or taking cuttings in summer.
Where to Find Cineraria austrotransvaalensis
Cineraria austrotransvaalensis can be found in the grasslands of South Africa.
Cineraria austrotransvaalensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cineraria austrotransvaalensis?
Cineraria austrotransvaalensis
What is the common name of Cineraria austrotransvaalensis?
Southern Transvaal Cineraria
Where is Cineraria austrotransvaalensis found?
Cineraria austrotransvaalensis is found in South Africa.
Species in the Cineraria genus
Cineraria longipes,
Cineraria deltoidea,
Cineraria geraniifolia,
Cineraria lobata,
Cineraria saxifraga,
Cineraria britteniae,
Cineraria mollis,
Cineraria albicans,
Cineraria erosa,
Cineraria atriplicifolia,
Cineraria ngwenyensis,
Cineraria arctotidea,
Cineraria dryogeton,
Cineraria canescens,
Cineraria decipiens,
Cineraria pulchra,
Cineraria erosa,
Cineraria burkei,
Cineraria mitellifolia,
Cineraria abyssinica,
Cineraria microglossa,
Cineraria laxiflora,
Cineraria glandulosa,
Cineraria erodioides,
Cineraria anampoza,
Cineraria pinnata,
Cineraria lyratiformis,
Cineraria huilensis,
Cineraria magnicephala,
Cineraria exilis,
Cineraria platycarpa,
Cineraria austrotransvaalensis,
Cineraria sebaldii,
Cineraria densiflora,
Cineraria parvifolia,
Cineraria tomentosolanatus,
Cineraria mazoensis,
Cineraria grandibracteata,
Cineraria dieterlenii,
Cineraria polycephala,
Cineraria tomentolanata,
Cineraria humifusa,
Cineraria albomontana,
Cineraria geifolia,
Cineraria aspera,
Cineraria vagans,
Cineraria alchemilloides,
Cineraria cyanomontana,
Cineraria vallis-pacis,
Cineraria tomentolanatus,
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,