Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fruticosa
ID:
132423

Status:
valid

Authors:
Compton

Source:
gcc

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 70: 286 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000131752

Common Names

  • Dicoma Fruticosa
  • Shrubby Dicoma
  • Bushy Dicoma

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Description

Dicoma fruticosa (also called 'Cape Daisy', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has small, grey-green leaves and produces daisy-like flowers in shades of white, pink, and purple. It is found in dry, rocky areas and is often used as a groundcover.

Uses & Benefits

Dicoma fruticosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used in landscaping and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dicoma fruticosa is a white, star-shaped flower with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dicoma fruticosa is a perennial shrub that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It requires regular watering during the growing season.

Where to Find Dicoma fruticosa

Dicoma fruticosa is native to South Africa.

Dicoma fruticosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dicoma fruticosa?

Dicoma fruticosa

What is the family of Dicoma fruticosa?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Dicoma fruticosa?

Bushy dicoma

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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