Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
obovata
ID:
91623

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

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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.

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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 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,

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