Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
crocea
ID:
79292

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kuntze

Source:
gcc

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 3[3]: 149 (1898)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000078621

Common Names

  • Gerber Daisy
  • Transvaal Daisy
  • African Daisy

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Synonyms

  • Gerbera sinuata Less. [unknown]
  • Arnica pyrolifolia Pers. [unknown]
  • Doronicum sinuatum Poir. [unknown]
  • Arnica sinuata Thunb. [unknown]
  • Gerbera integralis Sond. [unknown]
  • Gerbera sinuata sinuata [unknown]
  • Gerbera burmanni Cass. [unknown]
  • Gerbera integralis Sond. ex Harv. [unknown]
  • Gerbera sinuata undulata Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Arnica crocea L. [unknown]
  • Gerbera ferruginea DC. [unknown]
  • Gerbera sinuata Spreng. [unknown]
  • Arnica gerbera Burm.f. [unknown]
  • Doronicum pyrolifolium Lam. [unknown]

Description

Gerbera crocea (also called Orange Gerbera, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a woody base and is covered with small, white, woolly hairs. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is often found in open, sunny areas.

Uses & Benefits

Gerbera crocea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gerbera crocea is a bright, yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gerbera crocea is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep in bright, indirect light. Water regularly to keep the soil moist but not soggy. To propagate from cuttings, take cuttings in the spring or summer and plant in a well-draining soil mix. Keep in bright, indirect light and water regularly.

Where to Find Gerbera crocea

Gerbera crocea is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky areas. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Gerbera crocea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gerbera crocea?

Gerbera crocea

What is the common name of Gerbera crocea?

Orange Gerbera

Where is Gerbera crocea found?

Gerbera crocea is found in South Africa.

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-35218: Based on the initial data import
Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.