Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
triquetrum
ID:
29439

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.f.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1782

Citation Micro:
Suppl. Pl. : 385 (1782)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000028768

Common Names

  • Osteospermum Triquetrum
  • African Daisy
  • Trailing African Daisy

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Synonyms

  • Osteospermum filiforme Thunb. [unknown]
  • Osteospermum triquetrum triquetrum [unknown]

Description

Osteospermum triquetrum (also called African Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Osteospermum triquetrum is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Osteospermum triquetrum has small yellow flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Osteospermum triquetrum is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and placed in a moist medium such as sand or perlite. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm place until they have rooted. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained medium. The seedlings should be kept moist and in a warm place until they have established.

Where to Find Osteospermum triquetrum

Osteospermum triquetrum is native to South Africa and can be found in the subtropical regions of the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces.

Osteospermum triquetrum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Osteospermum triquetrum?

Osteospermum triquetrum

What is the common name of Osteospermum triquetrum?

Three-angled Osteospermum

What type of plant is Osteospermum triquetrum?

Perennial herb

Species in the Osteospermum genus

Osteospermum spinosum, Osteospermum leptolobum, Osteospermum pinnatum, Osteospermum calendulaceum, Osteospermum junceum, Osteospermum rotundifolium, Osteospermum spathulatum, Osteospermum crassifolium, Osteospermum asperulum, Osteospermum rosulatum, Osteospermum pterigoideum, Osteospermum sinuatum, Osteospermum nervosum, Osteospermum angolense, Osteospermum burttianum, Osteospermum attenuatum, Osteospermum montanum, Osteospermum subulatum, Osteospermum vaillantii, Osteospermum muricatum, Osteospermum triquetrum, Osteospermum rigidum, Osteospermum monocephalum, Osteospermum spinescens, Osteospermum ilicifolium, Osteospermum polycephalum, Osteospermum corymbosum, Osteospermum grandidentatum, Osteospermum auriculatum, Osteospermum polygaloides, Osteospermum scariosum, Osteospermum corymbosum, Osteospermum polygaloides, Osteospermum pinnatilobatum, Osteospermum breviradiatum, Osteospermum acanthospermum, Osteospermum grandiflorum, Osteospermum australe, Osteospermum hirsutum, Osteospermum bidens, Osteospermum amplectens, Osteospermum spinescens, Osteospermum tomentosum, Osteospermum bolusii, Osteospermum microcarpum, Osteospermum hafstroemii, Osteospermum ciliatum, Osteospermum rigidum, Osteospermum imbricatum, Osteospermum lanceolatum,

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