Dicoma niccolifera - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
niccolifera
ID:
38406
Status:
valid
Authors:
Wild
Source:
gcc
Year:
1971
Citation Micro:
Mitt. Bot. Staatssamml. München 10: 267 (1971)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000037735
Common Names
- Dicoma Star
- Star Dicoma
- Niccolifera Dicoma
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dicoma niccolifera (also called Nickel Dicoma, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South Africa. It has small, white flowers and grows in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Dicoma niccolifera has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dicoma niccolifera has small white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dicoma niccolifera is a perennial herb that is native to South Africa. It is easy to propagate by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Dicoma niccolifera
Dicoma niccolifera is native to South Africa and can be found in grassland and savanna habitats.
Dicoma niccolifera FAQ
What is the growth rate of Dicoma niccolifera?
Dicoma niccolifera has a moderate growth rate.
What is the soil type suitable for Dicoma niccolifera?
Dicoma niccolifera prefers well-drained, moist soil.
What is the ideal temperature for Dicoma niccolifera?
Dicoma niccolifera prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).
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-136491: Based on the initial data import
Hiram Wild (1917-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wild' in the authors string.