Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hemsl.) B.L.Burtt & R.A.Davidson
Source:
cmp
Year:
1955
Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 21: 233 (1955)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000537562
Common Names
- Anna ophiorrhizoides
- Snake-root Anna
- Snake-root Daisy
Synonyms
- Didissandra sinoophiorrhizoides W.T.Wang [unknown]
- Lysionotus ophiorrhizoides Hemsl. [unknown]
Description
Anna ophiorrhizoides (also called African Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a creeping rhizome. It is native to South Africa and grows in moist grasslands, open woodlands and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Anna ophiorrhizoides is a popular ornamental plant, often used in rock gardens and borders. It has a low-growing, spreading habit and produces small, white flowers in the spring. It is also used as a ground cover and can be used to control erosion on slopes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Anna ophiorrhizoides is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped nutlet. The seedlings are small, grass-like plants.
Cultivation and Propagation
Anna ophiorrhizoides is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed or division.
Where to Find Anna ophiorrhizoides
Anna ophiorrhizoides can be found in North America, especially in wet areas.
Anna ophiorrhizoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anna ophiorrhizoides?
Anna ophiorrhizoides
What is the common name of Anna ophiorrhizoides?
Ophiorrhizoides Anna
What is the natural habitat of Anna ophiorrhizoides?
Dry, sandy or rocky soils in tropical and subtropical regions
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