Status:
valid
Authors:
Bolle
Source:
gcc
Year:
1859
Citation Micro:
Bonplandia 7: 297 (1859)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000090952
Common Names
- Cape Flats Daisy
- Cape Daisy
- Ifloga obovata
Description
Ifloga obovata (also called 'Oval-leaved Ifloga', among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has oval-shaped, grey-green leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats and on coastal cliffs.
Uses & Benefits
Ifloga obovata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ifloga obovata is a yellow disc floret surrounded by yellow ray florets. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedling is a small rosette of leaves with a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ifloga obovata is an evergreen perennial that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA zones 8-10.
Where to Find Ifloga obovata
Ifloga obovata is native to the Mediterranean region, including Greece, Turkey, and the Middle East.
Ifloga obovata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ifloga obovata?
Ifloga obovata
What is the family of Ifloga obovata?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Ifloga obovata?
Oval-leaved ifloga
Species in the Ifloga genus
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,