Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
somalensis
ID:
256105

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Chiov.) Milne-Redh.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1949

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 3: 456 (1948 publ. 1949)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000255437

Common Names

  • Oldfieldia Somalensis
  • Somali Oldfieldia
  • Somali Daisy

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Synonyms

  • Paivaeusa orientalis Mildbr. [unknown]
  • Cecchia somalensis Chiov. [unknown]

Description

Oldfieldia somalensis (also called 'Somali Oldfieldia', among many other common names) is a small, erect, annual herb with small, white flowers. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in grasslands, woodlands, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Oldfieldia somalensis has been used in traditional African medicine to treat fever, headache, and sore throat. It is also used as an astringent and to reduce inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oldfieldia somalensis has small, white, star-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings are short and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oldfieldia somalensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated through seed or division. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of soils.

Where to Find Oldfieldia somalensis

Oldfieldia somalensis is found in Somalia.

Oldfieldia somalensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oldfieldia somalensis?

Oldfieldia somalensis

What is the common name of Oldfieldia somalensis?

Somali Oldfieldia

What is the natural habitat of Oldfieldia somalensis?

Dry grasslands and scrubland

Species in the Picrodendraceae family

Androstachys johnsonii, Aristogeitonia limoniifolia, Aristogeitonia lophirifolia, Aristogeitonia magnistipula, Aristogeitonia monophylla, Aristogeitonia perrieri, Aristogeitonia uapacifolia, Aristogeitonia gabonica, Austrobuxus alticola, Austrobuxus brevipes, Austrobuxus carunculatus, Austrobuxus clusiaceus, Austrobuxus cracens, Austrobuxus cuneatus, Austrobuxus ellipticus, Austrobuxus eugeniifolius, Austrobuxus horneanus, Austrobuxus huerlimannii, Austrobuxus mandjelicus, Austrobuxus megacarpus, Austrobuxus montis-do, Austrobuxus nitidus, Austrobuxus ovalis, Austrobuxus pauciflorus, Austrobuxus petiolaris, Austrobuxus rubiginosus, Austrobuxus swainii, Austrobuxus vieillardii, Austrobuxus dentatus, Austrobuxus celebicus, Choriceras majus, Choriceras tricorne, Dissiliaria baloghioides, Dissiliaria indistincta, Dissiliaria laxinervis, Dissiliaria muelleri, Dissiliaria surculosa, Dissiliaria tuckeri, Hyaenanche globosa, Kairothamnus phyllanthoides, Longetia buxoides, Micrantheum demissum, Micrantheum ericoides, Micrantheum hexandrum, Micrantheum serpentinum, Mischodon zeylanicus, Neoroepera banksii, Neoroepera buxifolia, Oldfieldia africana, Oldfieldia dactylophylla,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-138894: Based on the initial data import
Emilio Chiovenda (1871-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chiov.' in the authors string.
Edgar Milne-Redhead (1906-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Milne-Redh.' in the authors string.