Status:
valid
Authors:
Hung T.Chang
Source:
cmp
Year:
1976
Citation Micro:
Acta Sci. Nat. Univ. Sunyatseni 1976(2): 91 (1976)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000540989
Common Names
- Oblata Apterosperma
- Oblata Daisy
- Oblata Daisy Bush
Description
Apterosperma oblata (also called Oblate Apterosperma, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with small, white flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is native to India and Sri Lanka, and is commonly found in moist, shady forests.
Uses & Benefits
Apterosperma oblata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to stabilize soil and prevent erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Apterosperma oblata has small, white flowers with yellowish-green centers. Seed: The seeds of Apterosperma oblata are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Apterosperma oblata are small and have a single stem with small, green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Apterosperma oblata can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or fall, when the plant is actively growing. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Apterosperma oblata
Apterosperma oblata can be found in South Africa.
Apterosperma oblata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Apterosperma oblata?
Apterosperma oblata
What is the family of Apterosperma oblata?
Asteraceae
Where is Apterosperma oblata native to?
South America
Species in the Apterosperma genus
Species in the Theaceae family
Apterosperma oblata,
Archboldiodendron calosericeum,
Balthasaria mannii,
Balthasaria schliebenii,
Camellia intermedia,
Camellia maoniushanensis,
Camellia amplexifolia,
Camellia anlungensis,
Camellia assimiloides,
Camellia aurea,
Camellia azalea,
Camellia candida,
Camellia caudata,
Camellia chekiangoleosa,
Camellia chrysanthoides,
Camellia connata,
Camellia corallina,
Camellia cordifolia,
Camellia costata,
Camellia costei,
Camellia crapnelliana,
Camellia crassicolumna,
Camellia crassipes,
Camellia crassiphylla,
Camellia cupiformis,
Camellia cuspidata,
Camellia dongnaicensis,
Camellia dormoyana,
Camellia drupifera,
Camellia edithae,
Camellia elongata,
Camellia euphlebia,
Camellia euryoides,
Camellia fascicularis,
Camellia flava,
Camellia flavida,
Camellia fleuryi,
Camellia fluviatilis,
Camellia fraterna,
Camellia furfuracea,
Camellia gaudichaudii,
Camellia gilbertii,
Camellia glabricostata,
Camellia gracilipes,
Camellia grandibracteata,
Camellia granthamiana,
Camellia grijsii,
Camellia gymnogyna,
Camellia hekouensis,
Camellia hiemalis,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:829855-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].