Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
albidiflora
ID:
498429

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1855

Citation Micro:
Trans. Philos. Soc. Victoria 1: 46 (1855)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000497761

Common Names

  • Albidiflora Sebaea
  • Sebaea Albidiflora
  • Albidiflora Waxflower

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Description

Sebaea albidiflora (also called African Daisy, among many other common names) is an evergreen, perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has white flowers with yellow centers and is native to South Africa. It is found in grasslands, woodlands, and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Sebaea albidiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and borders. It is also used as a ground cover in dry areas and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Sebaea albidiflora are white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sebaea albidiflora is a terrestrial orchid that can be grown in a greenhouse or in a well-drained, sunny location in the garden. It can be propagated by division or seed. The seeds should be sown on a well-drained, sterile medium and kept moist and warm until germination occurs. The seedlings should be transplanted into individual pots when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Sebaea albidiflora

Sebaea albidiflora is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Sebaea albidiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sebaea albidiflora?

Sebaea albidiflora

What is the common name of Sebaea albidiflora?

Albidiflora sebaea

What is the natural habitat of Sebaea albidiflora?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Sebaea genus

Sebaea chironioides, Sebaea affinis, Sebaea albidiflora, Sebaea amicorum, Sebaea brachyphylla, Sebaea microphylla, Sebaea ovata, Sebaea albens, Sebaea ambigua, Sebaea aurea, Sebaea bojeri, Sebaea capitata, Sebaea compacta, Sebaea elongata, Sebaea erosa, Sebaea exacoides, Sebaea exigua, Sebaea filiformis, Sebaea fourcadei, Sebaea grisebachiana, Sebaea hymenosepala, Sebaea junodii, Sebaea laxa, Sebaea leiostyla, Sebaea longicaulis, Sebaea macrophylla, Sebaea marlothii, Sebaea membranacea, Sebaea micrantha, Sebaea minutiflora, Sebaea minutissima, Sebaea natalensis, Sebaea pentandra, Sebaea pleurostigmatosa, Sebaea procumbens, Sebaea radiata, Sebaea ramosissima, Sebaea rara, Sebaea rehmannii, Sebaea repens, Sebaea scabra, Sebaea schlechteri, Sebaea sedoides, Sebaea spathulata, Sebaea stricta, Sebaea sulphurea, Sebaea thodeana, Sebaea thomasii, Sebaea zeyheri, Sebaea solaris,

Species in the Gentianaceae family

Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,

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