Status:
valid
Authors:
R.M.King & H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1978
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 39: 335, fig (1978)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000123900
Common Names
- Harleyi
- Trichogonia
- Harley's Daisy
Description
Trichogonia harleyi (also called Harley's trichogonia, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial flowering plant in the daisy family. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with a few branches. It grows to a height of 30-90 cm and has small, white flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands, roadsides, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Trichogonia harleyi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive disorders, fever, and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Trichogonia harleyi flower is a small, yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trichogonia harleyi is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from seed. Sow the seeds in a well-drained soil in spring or autumn. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil conditions. It does not require any special care and will thrive in most environments.
Where to Find Trichogonia harleyi
Trichogonia harleyi is native to South Africa and can be found in dry grasslands and scrublands.
Trichogonia harleyi FAQ
What are the ideal growing conditions for Trichogonia harleyi?
Trichogonia harleyi prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in containers.
How often should I water Trichogonia harleyi?
Trichogonia harleyi should be watered regularly, but not too frequently. Allow the soil to dry out between waterings.
How do I propagate Trichogonia harleyi?
Trichogonia harleyi can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Sow seeds in spring or take cuttings in late summer or early autumn.
Species in the Trichogonia genus
Trichogonia spathulaefolia,
Trichogonia arguta,
Trichogonia crenulata,
Trichogonia capitata,
Trichogonia heringeri,
Trichogonia attenuata,
Trichogonia grazielae,
Trichogonia tombadorensis,
Trichogonia laxa,
Trichogonia fiebrigii,
Trichogonia hassleri,
Trichogonia menthaefolia,
Trichogonia spathulifolia,
Trichogonia menthifolia,
Trichogonia phlebodes,
Trichogonia campestris,
Trichogonia arguta,
Trichogonia rhadinocarpa,
Trichogonia chodatii,
Trichogonia cinerea,
Trichogonia hirtiflora,
Trichogonia villosa,
Trichogonia rhodotricha,
Trichogonia santosii,
Trichogonia munhozii,
Trichogonia harleyi,
Trichogonia salviifolia,
Trichogonia eupatorioides,
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,