Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ovata
ID:
43726

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gardner) Benth. ex Baker

Source:
gcc

Year:
1876

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. (Martius) 6(2): 207. 1876 [1 Feb 1876]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000043055

Common Names

  • Oyedaea ovata
  • Ovata Oyedaea
  • Ovata False Ragweed

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Description

Oyedaea ovata (also called Oval Oyedaea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has a woody stem and produces small yellow flowers. It grows in rocky areas and on hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Oyedaea ovata is a medicinal plant used for treating various ailments such as fever, stomach ache, skin diseases and also used as an insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oyedaea ovata has small, yellow-green flowers that are clustered in the leaf axils. The seeds are small and dark brown, and the seedlings are slender and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oyedaea ovata is a perennial shrub that is native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Oyedaea ovata

Oyedaea ovata is native to Australia and can be found in dry, sandy soils.

Oyedaea ovata FAQ

What type of plant is Oyedaea ovata?

Oyedaea ovata is a shrub belonging to the family Asteraceae.

Where is Oyedaea ovata found?

Oyedaea ovata is native to South America, specifically in Brazil and Argentina.

What is the growth habit of Oyedaea ovata?

Oyedaea ovata is an evergreen shrub that typically grows to a height of 1-3 meters.

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-141649: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
George Gardner (1812-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gardner' in the authors string.