Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aethiopica
ID:
138501

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Ortiz & Rodr.Oubiña

Source:
gcc

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 16(3): 279 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000137830

Common Names

  • African Dicoma
  • African Daisy
  • African Fleabane

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Description

Dicoma aethiopica (also called Ethiopian Dicoma, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to Africa. It is found in dry, rocky slopes, grasslands, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Dicoma aethiopica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. Its flowers are also used to make herbal teas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dicoma aethiopica is a white, daisy-like bloom with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped nut. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dicoma aethiopica is an annual that is native to Africa. It can be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny spot. The seedlings should be thinned out to allow for adequate spacing. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn. The plant should be cut back after flowering to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Dicoma aethiopica

Dicoma aethiopica is native to Africa. It can be found in dry, open areas such as roadsides and fields.

Dicoma aethiopica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dicoma aethiopica?

Dicoma aethiopica

What is the common name of Dicoma aethiopica?

African Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Dicoma aethiopica?

Grasslands and disturbed sites

Species in the Dicoma genus

Dicoma tomentosa, Dicoma poggei, Dicoma prostrata, Dicoma swazilandica, Dicoma cuneneensis, Dicoma incana, Dicoma alemannii-mazzocchii, Dicoma squarrosa, Dicoma paivae, Dicoma auriculata, Dicoma spinosa, Dicoma scoparia, Dicoma picta, Dicoma gillettii, Dicoma plantaginifolia, Dicoma niccolifera, Dicoma nana, Dicoma schimperi, Dicoma thuliniana, Dicoma tomentosa, Dicoma anmadochrissa, Dicoma anomala, Dicoma antunesii, Dicoma elliptica, Dicoma chatanensis, Dicoma pretoriensis, Dicoma zeyheri, Dicoma nachtigalii, Dicoma obconica, Dicoma foliosa, Dicoma somalense, Dicoma oleifolia, Dicoma hindiana, Dicoma sessiliflora, Dicoma gossweileri, Dicoma galpinii, Dicoma capensis, Dicoma oblonga, Dicoma cana, Dicoma schinzii, Dicoma macrocephala, Dicoma kirkii, Dicoma humilis, Dicoma grandidieri, Dicoma elegans, Dicoma kurumanii, Dicoma montana, Dicoma bangueolensis, Dicoma speciosa, Dicoma dinteri,

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-98498: Based on the initial data import
Santiago Ortiz Nuñez (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Ortiz' in the authors string.
Juan Rodríguez Oubiña: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rodr.Oubiña' in the authors string.