Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 924 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000023188
Common Names
- Bulbous Othonna
- Bulbous Daisy Bush
- Othonna Bulbosa
Description
Othonna bulbosa (also called 'Othonna Daisy', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It has a woody stem and leaves, and yellow daisy-like flowers. It grows in sandy soils and is typically found in grassland and scrubland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Othonna bulbosa is a drought-tolerant plant that can be used as a ground cover or in rock gardens. It is also used as an ornamental plant in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Othonna bulbosa is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and round with a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Othonna bulbosa is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. It is best to water the plant regularly during the growing season and fertilize it once a month.
Where to Find Othonna bulbosa
Othonna bulbosa can be found in South Africa and Namibia.
Othonna bulbosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Othonna bulbosa?
Othonna bulbosa
What type of plant is Othonna bulbosa?
Othonna bulbosa is a type of succulent.
Where is Othonna bulbosa found?
Othonna bulbosa is found in South Africa.
Species in the Othonna genus
Othonna intermedia,
Othonna furcata,
Othonna purpurascens,
Othonna ovalifolia,
Othonna pachypoda,
Othonna hallii,
Othonna perfoliata,
Othonna abrotanifolia,
Othonna othonnites,
Othonna burttii,
Othonna parviflora,
Othonna retrorsa,
Othonna pavelkae,
Othonna leptodactyla,
Othonna cremnophila,
Othonna filicaulis,
Othonna natalensis,
Othonna chromochaeta,
Othonna eriocarpa,
Othonna quinqueradiata,
Othonna pavonia,
Othonna cakilefolia,
Othonna incisa,
Othonna osteospermoides,
Othonna quinquedentata,
Othonna lasiocarpa,
Othonna euphorbioides,
Othonna lingua,
Othonna bulbosa,
Othonna trinervia,
Othonna digitata,
Othonna herrei,
Othonna gypsicola,
Othonna graveolens,
Othonna wrinkleana,
Othonna retrofracta,
Othonna triplinervia,
Othonna lobata,
Othonna zeyheri,
Othonna cyclophylla,
Othonna humilis,
Othonna primulina,
Othonna ciliata,
Othonna oleracea,
Othonna spinescens,
Othonna dentata,
Othonna viminea,
Othonna brandbergensis,
Othonna retrofracta,
Othonna petiolaris,
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,