Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
moorei
ID:
126473

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.Rob. & Brettell) H.Rob. & Brettell

Source:
gcc

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 28: 61 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000125802

Common Names

  • Sinclairia moorei
  • Moore's Daisy
  • Mountain Daisy

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Synonyms

  • Liabum moorei H.Rob. & Brettell [unknown]

Description

Sinclairia moorei (also called Moore's Sinclairia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has small, leathery leaves and white flowers. It grows in rocky areas, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Sinclairia moorei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sinclairia moorei has white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sinclairia moorei is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers a sunny location with well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. It can be pruned back in the spring to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Sinclairia moorei

Sinclairia moorei can be found in the western United States, primarily in California, Arizona, and Nevada.

Sinclairia moorei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sinclairia moorei?

Sinclairia moorei

What is the common name of Sinclairia moorei?

Moore's Sinclairia

What is the natural habitat of Sinclairia moorei?

It is found in dry meadows, grasslands, and roadsides in South Africa.

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-86863: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Robert D. Brettell (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brettell' in the authors string.