Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
colveei
ID:
72463

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Steyerm.) Pruski

Source:
gcc

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 76(4): 998 (1989):.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000071792

Common Names

  • Colvee's Stenopadus
  • Colvee's Rock-Thrift
  • Colvee's Sea-Thrift

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Description

Stenopadus colveei (also called African Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a single stem that grows up to 20 cm tall and has white flowers with yellow centers. It grows in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Stenopadus colveei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It is also used to make herbal medicines for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stenopadus colveei is yellow, with a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene, with a white pappus. The seedlings are small, with deeply lobed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stenopadus colveei is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is drought tolerant once established. To propagate by division, divide the clumps in the spring or fall and replant in a new location. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in the spring or fall in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Water regularly until the plants are established.

Where to Find Stenopadus colveei

Stenopadus colveei can be found in the Andes mountains of South America.

Stenopadus colveei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stenopadus colveei?

Stenopadus colveei

What is the natural habitat of Stenopadus colveei?

Stenopadus colveei is native to the Andes mountains.

What are the common names of Stenopadus colveei?

Common names of Stenopadus colveei include Andean daisy, Andean aster, and Andean aster daisy.

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-28552: Based on the initial data import
John Francis Pruski (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pruski' in the authors string.
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.