Status:
valid
Authors:
(Oliv. & Hiern) H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 112(1): 231 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000131388
Common Names
- Waved Velvet Plant
- Rippled Velvet Plant
- Velvet Plant
Description
Orbivestus undulatus (also called Wave-leaved Orbivestus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has white daisy-like flowers and grows in dry, rocky areas. It is a popular garden plant and is often used as a ground cover.
Uses & Benefits
Orbivestus undulatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine. It is also used to make herbal tea and as a natural insect repellent.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Orbivestus undulatus is yellow and daisy-like. The seed is small and black. The seedling has two cotyledons and a short stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Orbivestus undulatus is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When planting from seed, sow in a well-drained soil in a sunny spot. When propagating from cuttings, take semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer, and place in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, sheltered spot.
Where to Find Orbivestus undulatus
Orbivestus undulatus is found in the grasslands of South America.
Orbivestus undulatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Orbivestus undulatus?
Orbivestus undulatus
What is the common name of Orbivestus undulatus?
None
What is the family of Orbivestus undulatus?
Asteraceae
Species in the Orbivestus genus
Orbivestus unionus,
Orbivestus turbinata,
Orbivestus bamendae,
Orbivestus albocinerascens,
Orbivestus catumbensis,
Orbivestus blumeoides,
Orbivestus leopoldii,
Orbivestus unionis,
Orbivestus teitensis,
Orbivestus homilanthus,
Orbivestus cinerascens,
Orbivestus karaguensis,
Orbivestus undulatus,
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,