Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
hoveaefolius
ID:
12376

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gardner) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 101(4): 943 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000011705

Common Names

  • Lessingianthus
  • Hoveaefolius
  • Lessingianthus hoveaefolius

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Description

Lessingianthus hoveaefolius (also called Hovea Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm in height. It is native to South Africa and is found in grasslands, dry savannas, and rocky outcrops. It has small, white, daisy-like flowers and bright green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Lessingianthus hoveaefolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lessingianthus hoveaefolius is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped achene. The seedlings have a basal rosette of spiny, lobed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lessingianthus hoveaefolius is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to South Africa. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Lessingianthus hoveaefolius

Lessingianthus hoveaefolius is native to South Africa and can be found in the Succulent Karoo biome.

Lessingianthus hoveaefolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lessingianthus hoveaefolius?

Lessingianthus hoveaefolius

What are the common names of Lessingianthus hoveaefolius?

Hovea Daisy

What is the native range of Lessingianthus hoveaefolius?

South Africa

Species in the Lessingianthus genus

Lessingianthus varroniifolius, Lessingianthus carduoides, Lessingianthus niederleinii, Lessingianthus laurifolius, Lessingianthus grearii, Lessingianthus adenophyllus, Lessingianthus polyphyllus, Lessingianthus platyphyllus, Lessingianthus hoveaefolius, Lessingianthus gonzalezii, Lessingianthus parvifolius, Lessingianthus coriaceus, Lessingianthus souzae, Lessingianthus lacunosus, Lessingianthus buddleiifolius, Lessingianthus varroniifolius, Lessingianthus heringeri, Lessingianthus soderstroemii, Lessingianthus irwinii, Lessingianthus lanuginosus, Lessingianthus morilloi, Lessingianthus glabratus, Lessingianthus pentacontus, Lessingianthus rubricaulis, Lessingianthus lorentzii, Lessingianthus linearifolius, Lessingianthus ixiamensis, Lessingianthus subobtusus, Lessingianthus bardanoides, Lessingianthus ligulifolius, Lessingianthus regis, Lessingianthus ammophilus, Lessingianthus ulei, Lessingianthus barrosoanus, Lessingianthus laevigatus, Lessingianthus sancti-pauli, Lessingianthus foliosus, Lessingianthus subosbcurus, Lessingianthus lapinhensis, Lessingianthus lanatus, Lessingianthus ibitipocensis, Lessingianthus constrictus, Lessingianthus longicuspis, Lessingianthus laniferus, Lessingianthus declivium, Lessingianthus onopordioides, Lessingianthus argyrophyllus, Lessingianthus rigescens, Lessingianthus clavatus, Lessingianthus octanthus,

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-111340: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
George Gardner (1812-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gardner' in the authors string.