Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
swazilandica
ID:
9227

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Ortiz, Rodr.Oubiña & Pulgar

Source:
gcc

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 20(3): 347 (2000) (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000008556

Common Names

  • Dicoma swazilandica
  • Swazi Dicoma
  • Swazi Camphorweed

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Description

Dicoma swazilandica (also called Swazi Dicoma, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is native to Africa and is found in dry, rocky habitats. It has yellow flowers with five petals and narrow, lance-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Dicoma swazilandica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dicoma swazilandica is a yellow-rayed composite flower head, with a yellow disc and yellow ray florets. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oblong. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dicoma swazilandica is a perennial herb that is native to South Africa. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Dicoma swazilandica

Dicoma swazilandica can be found in Swaziland.

Dicoma swazilandica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dicoma swazilandica?

Dicoma swazilandica

What is the common name of Dicoma swazilandica?

Swaziland Dicoma

What is the growth habit of Dicoma swazilandica?

It is an annual herb with a prostrate habit

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-108284: 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.
Iñigo Pulgar: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pulgar' in the authors string.