Dicoma scoparia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
scoparia
ID:
27527
Status:
valid
Authors:
Rodr.Oubiña & S.Ortiz
Source:
gcc
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 119(1): 61 (1995) (1995)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000026856
Common Names
- Scoparia Dicoma
- Dicoma scoparia
- Scoparia Dicoma
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dicoma scoparia (also called African Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Africa. It typically grows up to 1m tall and has small, white flowers. It is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Dicoma scoparia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dicoma scoparia is yellow in color and has five petals. The seed is small and brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dicoma scoparia is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Dicoma scoparia
Dicoma scoparia can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, and Libya.
Dicoma scoparia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dicoma scoparia?
Dicoma scoparia
What is the family of Dicoma scoparia?
Asteraceae
Where is Dicoma scoparia found?
It is found in South Africa
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-125950: Based on the initial data import
Santiago Ortiz Nuñez (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Ortiz' in the authors string.
Juan Rodríguez Oubiña: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rodr.Oubiña' in the authors string.