Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
foliosa
ID:
72677

Status:
valid

Authors:
O.Hoffm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1892

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Brot. 10: 184 (1892)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000072006

Common Names

  • Dicoma Daisy
  • Fold-leaved Dicoma
  • Fold-leaf Dicoma

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Description

Dicoma foliosa (also called Leafy Dicoma, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South Africa. It is found in grasslands, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Dicoma foliosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dicoma foliosa is yellow, with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dicoma foliosa is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -20°C. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Dicoma foliosa

Dicoma foliosa can be found in the dry savannas of South Africa.

Dicoma foliosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dicoma foliosa?

Dicoma foliosa

What is the common name of Dicoma foliosa?

Leafy Dicoma

What is the natural habitat of Dicoma foliosa?

Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands

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,

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