Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
schimperi
ID:
42503

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baill. ex O.Hoffm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. iv. 5. 339 (1893)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000041832

Common Names

  • Dicoma Schimperi
  • Schimperi Dicoma
  • Schimperi's Dicoma

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Description

Dicoma schimperi (also called African daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Africa. It is found in open, disturbed areas such as roadsides, fields, and waste places. Its leaves are lance-shaped and its yellow-green flowers form in clusters at the ends of its branches.

Uses & Benefits

Dicoma schimperi is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat fever, malaria, and other diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Dicoma schimperi sub. cinerea (S.Ortiz & Rodr.Oubiña) S.Ortiz & Rodr.Oubiña
Dicoma schimperi sub. schimperi

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dicoma schimperi is yellow and daisy-like. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and have small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dicoma schimperi is a small, evergreen shrub, growing to 1 m (3 ft) tall. It is best propagated from cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. Take cuttings from the current season’s growth, about 10 cm (4 in) long, and remove the lower leaves. Dip the cut end in hormone rooting powder and place in a pot of moistened cutting compost. Place the pot in a warm, bright position but out of direct sunlight. Keep the compost moist and in a few weeks the cuttings should have rooted. When the new plants are well established, pot them on into individual pots and grow on in a cool, light position.

Where to Find Dicoma schimperi

Dicoma schimperi is native to Africa and can be found in open woodlands and grasslands. It is a perennial herb that grows in sandy soils.

Dicoma schimperi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dicoma schimperi?

Dicoma schimperi

What is the common name of Dicoma schimperi?

Ethiopian Dicoma

Where is Dicoma schimperi native to?

Ethiopia

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-140458: Based on the initial data import
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.
Karl August Otto Hoffmann (1853-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Hoffm.' in the authors string.