Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tomentosa
ID:
69403

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 7(1): 16 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000068732

Common Names

  • Gerbera Tomentosa
  • Tomentosa Gerbera
  • Gerbera

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Synonyms

  • Gerbera tomentosa tomentosa [unknown]
  • Gerbera tomentosa polyglossa DC. [unknown]
  • Gerbera tomentosa ustulata DC. [unknown]
  • Gerbera tomentosa lanata Harv. [unknown]
  • Gerbera microcephala Less. [unknown]
  • Gerbera hirsuta Spreng. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Gerbera hirsuta Spreng. [deprecated]

Description

Gerbera tomentosa (also called Gerbera Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has yellow flowers and grows in grasslands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Gerbera tomentosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to tolerate drought.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gerbera tomentosa has yellow, daisy-like flowers with a sweet scent. Its seeds are small and black in colour. Its seedlings have small, grey-green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gerbera tomentosa is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Gerbera tomentosa

Gerbera tomentosa is native to South Africa and can be found in the wild in the region. It is also cultivated in gardens in Europe and North America.

Gerbera tomentosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gerbera tomentosa?

Gerbera tomentosa

What is the common name of Gerbera tomentosa?

Gerbera Daisy

What type of plant is Gerbera tomentosa?

Perennial Flower

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References