Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
harleyi
ID:
124571

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

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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.

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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 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-85023: Based on the initial data import
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.