Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hook.) Brid.
Source:
tro
Year:
1827
Citation Micro:
Bryol. Univ. 2: 294 1827
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001172350
Common Names
- Declinatus's Regmatodon
- Regmatodon Declinatus
- Declinatus Regmatodon
Description
Regmatodon declinatus (also called African Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herb with small, white flowers and yellow centers. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Regmatodon declinatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and is also used as a medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Regmatodon declinatus has white flowers with a yellow center. Seed: The seeds are small, black and round. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and green with white veins.
Cultivation and Propagation
Regmatodon declinatus can be propagated by division or by seed. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can tolerate a wide range of soils, but prefers a slightly acidic soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F).
Where to Find Regmatodon declinatus
Regmatodon declinatus is native to tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.
Species in the Regmatodon genus
Species in the Regmatodontaceae family