Status:
valid
Authors:
S.F.Blake
Source:
gcc
Year:
1943
Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci. 33: 368 (1943)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000086320
Common Names
- Onoseris fraterna
- Brother Onoseris
- Fraternal Onoseris
Description
Onoseris fraterna (also called fraternal onoseris, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Australia. It has yellow, daisy-like flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It grows in sunny places, such as meadows, pastures, and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Onoseris fraterna is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb. It is used to treat skin conditions, digestive issues, and respiratory ailments. It is also used to make herbal teas and tinctures.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Onoseris fraterna is yellow and daisy-like, with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a single seed inside. The seedlings are small and thin with a single stem and a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Onoseris fraterna is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed. It is best to sow the seeds in late winter or early spring in a sunny spot in well-drained soil. Water the seeds regularly and keep the soil moist. Once the seedlings have emerged, thin them out to ensure they have enough space to grow. Fertilize the plants regularly to encourage healthy growth. Propagation can be done by division of the clumps in early spring.
Where to Find Onoseris fraterna
Onoseris fraterna is native to South Africa and can be found in dry, sandy areas.
Onoseris fraterna FAQ
What is the scientific name of Onoseris fraterna?
Onoseris fraterna
What are the common names of Onoseris fraterna?
Brother's onoseris
What is the natural habitat of Onoseris fraterna?
Onoseris fraterna is native to the United States and is found in dry, rocky, open woodlands and grasslands at elevations of 1,000–2,000 m (3,300–6,600 ft).
Species in the Onoseris genus
Onoseris minima,
Onoseris gnaphalioides,
Onoseris cumingii,
Onoseris hyssopifolia,
Onoseris silvatica,
Onoseris linearifolia,
Onoseris cabrerae,
Onoseris chrysactinioides,
Onoseris onoseroides,
Onoseris humboldtiana,
Onoseris odorata,
Onoseris alata,
Onoseris drakeana,
Onoseris weberbaueri,
Onoseris salicifolia,
Onoseris sagittata,
Onoseris speciosa,
Onoseris acerifolia,
Onoseris fraterna,
Onoseris castelnaeana,
Onoseris purpurata,
Onoseris annua,
Onoseris costaricensis,
Onoseris brasiliensis,
Onoseris peruviana,
Onoseris lopezii,
Onoseris albicans,
Onoseris macbridei,
Onoseris amplexicaulis,
Onoseris donnell-smithii,
Onoseris sagittatus,
Onoseris hastata,
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,