Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Ortiz & Netnou
Source:
gcc
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 147(4): 510 (509-513; figs. 1 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000124775
Common Names
- Dicoma
- Kuruman Daisy
- African Daisy
Description
Dicoma kurumanii (also called Kuruman Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South Africa. It has long, narrow leaves and yellow daisy-like flowers. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Dicoma kurumanii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dicoma kurumanii is a white, daisy-like flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, dark green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dicoma kurumanii is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize lightly.
Where to Find Dicoma kurumanii
Dicoma kurumanii is found in Zimbabwe, in the Mashonaland West and Manicaland provinces.
Dicoma kurumanii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dicoma kurumanii?
Dicoma kurumanii
What is the common name of Dicoma kurumanii?
Kuruman Daisy
What is the habitat of Dicoma kurumanii?
Open woods, meadows, and roadsides
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,